Voter Registration Specialist

Salary $35,545.00 Annually Location Albany, GA Job Type

FULL-TIME CLASSIFIED

Job Number 2026-58 Department Dougherty County Voter Registration and Elections Opening Date 05/12/2026 Closing Date 5/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Description The Dougherty County Voter Registration and Elections Department is hiring for a Voter Registration Specialist. The purpose of this position is for data entry involving voter registration and list maintenance activities. Responsible for answering inquiries from the public and activities affiliated with conducting elections and assisting with poll worker recruitment, training, manual creation and coordinating supplies necessary for conducting an election. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. Essential Tasks Performs data entry functions; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections. Answers telephone calls and greets visitors; directs callers/visitors to appropriate office staff, records/relays messages. Under supervision of Supervisor of Elections administers all federal, state, county, municipal and special district elections in Albany/Dougherty County in accordance with the Georgia election code. Perform periodic list maintenance to ensure accurate and current voter registration records. Setup advance voting locations; post required signage, set up and secure voting equipment. Coordinates and distributes early voting materials. Creates and manages all forms/documents associated with early voting. Verifies and certifies Independent candidate petitions. Assists with absentee ballot requests, addresses updates and corrections. Performs related work as assigned. Minimum Qualification High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Four (4) years of relative administrative support experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

APPLICANTS MUST PASS A 45 WPM TYPING TEST BEFORE APPLICATION DEADLINE

Supplemental Information Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. None .

Special Certifications And Licenses:

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

PLEASE PROVIDE COPIES OF REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

HIGH

SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR EQUIVALENT, DRIVER'S LICENSE, DEGREE

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AND/OR CERTIFICATE

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RESUMES ARE RECOMMENDED AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION BUT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.

Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance:

Dougherty County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses:

May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Essential Safety Functions:

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.

Supplemental Information:

Application Deadline:

Beginning Tuesday, May 12, 2026 through Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT MUST PASS A DRUG AND/OR ALCOHOL SCREENING AND PASS BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION. DOUGHERTY COUNTY HAS A NO SMOKING IN THE WORKPLACE POLICY IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE GEORGIA SMOKE FREE AIR ACT OF 2005. DOUGHERTY COUNTY PROVIDES REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. E Q U A L O P P O R T U N I T Y E M P L O Y E

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