Board of Elections GIS Specialist

The Wake County Board of Elections is responsible for conducting all elections held in Wake County. The Board locally administers State election laws.

Principal functions include establishing election precincts and voting sites; appointing and training Precinct Officials;

preparing and distributing ballots and voting equipment; canvassing and certifying the ballots cast in elections and investigating any voting irregularities.

It maintains voter registration and participation records and provides public information on voters and elections. This position is in-person and will work at the Board of Elections Operations Center.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• Associate's degree in Computer Science, Geographic Information Systems or related field
• Two years of experience in geographic information systems
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted
• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Experience in use of modern Geographic Information Systems tools and concepts, data and applications
• Experience working at a County Board of Elections office
• A valid driver’s license
• Clear financial and criminal records check

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Ability to provide solutions to high-level problems
• Ability to convey verbal and written information to groups and individuals
• Ability to ensure policies and procedures are implemented and followed
• Ability to adapt to major changes in a work environment
• Ability to accurately complete and accomplish tasks
• Ability to be proactive and achieve goals beyond what is required
• Knowledge of GIS hardware / software applications

About This Position

Location : Wake County Board of Elections Operations Center Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type : Regular

Work Schedule : Mon - Fri 8 : 30am - 5 : 15pm

Hiring Range : 55,534 - 74,968

Market Range : 55, - 94,

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date : 7 : 00 pm on 6 / 30 / 2024

What Makes Wake Great

Equal Opportunity Statement

Background Check Statement

Emergency Service Worker Statement

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than million residents.

The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play.

The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms.

Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $ billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives;

such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include : criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements.

Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment.

Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected.

Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and / or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency.

Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.