ELECTION SPECIALIST

ELECTION SPECIALIST

Peoria County - 3.4 Peoria, IL Job Details $17.49 an hour 16 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Associate's degree in political science Microsoft Excel Computer literacy Mid-level Windows Public Administration Driver's License Supervising experience Team management Productivity software Associate's degree 2 years Communication skills Technical Proficiency Overseeing training Office experience Political Science Full Job Description Job Description Summary Under the general direction of the Executive Director, Elections Specialists work collaboratively with the Executive Director and Assistant Executive Director to prepare, plan, and administer elections. Election Specialists manage and assume responsibilities for various duties relating to voter registration. Election Specialists also train and supervise temporary election specialists, election judges, and deputy registrars.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Associate degree in Political Science, Government, Public Administration or a related field, and a minimum of two years office experience and/or combination of education and experience. Bachelor's Degree preferred. Must have general knowledge of election administration and voting processes. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills to interact with, the public, candidates, elected officials, county elections personnel, State Board of Elections personnel, Election Judges, and Registrars in an ever-changing political environment. Must possess a strong aptitude of computers and system operations. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows based software including Microsoft Word and Excel required. Must have valid Illinois driver's license. Must be a US Citizen. Sponsorship not available.

Position :

1552001

Type :

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Posting Start :

04/17/2026

Posting End :

05/18/2026 MINIMUM

HOURLY RATE

$17.49