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Election Commission Director

The Election Commission Director is responsible for providing strategic leadership and management of the State Board of Election Commissioners, ensuring the integrity and transparency of Arkansas elections. The Election Commission Director oversees the administration of state and federal elections, manages the board's policies and programs, and coordinates with local election officials to ensure compliance with all applicable laws. The Election Commission Director must lead a team of election professionals and serve as the public face of the State Board of Election Commissioners, promoting the accessibility, security, and fairness of elections throughout Arkansas.

Class Code:

PBC03C

Job Grade:

SPC08

Special Job Requirements:

Typical Functions:

Lead and manage all operations of the State Board of Election Commissioners, ensuring compliance with state and federal election laws, regulations, and best practices. Supervise, mentor, and evaluate board staff, promoting a high-performance culture focused on transparency, efficiency, and innovation. Provide strategic direction to the board, aligning goals and activities with the vision of fair, accessible, and secure elections across the state. Oversee the administration of state and federal elections, including the preparation of election guidelines, training programs for local election officials, and the coordination of election procedures. Oversees reimbursement for state-funded elections, post-election audits, and investigations into allegations of election and voter registration law violations. Ensure that all election activities comply with Arkansas state laws, federal election laws, and any applicable judicial rulings. Stay informed on federal and state legislation affecting elections, including changes to voting rights, voter ID requirements, and other election laws. Provide guidance on legal matters related to elections, such as dispute resolution, election challenges, or issues of voter eligibility, in collaboration with legal counsel.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences, including the public, government officials, and media outlets. Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building positive working relationships with stakeholders, including election officials, political leaders, and the public. In-depth understanding of election law and public sector regulations, including voter rights, election processes, and compliance requirements. Ability to interpret and apply complex legal requirements related to elections, ensuring the integrity of the electoral process. Ability to draft and promulgate rules regarding elections as well as implement and provide training on any rules adopted. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve election-related issues or disputes fairly and efficiently.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree in political science, public administration, law, or a related field, plus 6 (six) years of experience in election administration, public administration, law, or a related field is required.

Required Certificates:

N/A OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Exempt:

E
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