The Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office is seeking a dynamic, detailed oriented, and experienced leader to join our team as the Associate Director of Voter Registration.

The Associate Director of Voter Registration will support the Director of Voter Registration and play a crucial role in overseeing the voter registration process and ensuring compliance with the Texas Election Code. The ideal candidate will drive strategic initiatives to meet critical deadlines, serve as a liaison to the County Clerk’s Office and other election entities, and manage a diverse team, including seasonal employees. Additionally, this position will identify challenges facing constituents and develop effective communication strategies to foster productive solutions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with federal laws and the Texas Election Code regarding voter registration deadlines and processes.
• Monitor the department’s workload capacity to ensure all deadlines for an election cycle are met.
• Drive strategic initiatives to meet critical deadlines and enhance voter registration efficiency.
• Coordinate with the County Clerk’s office and external jurisdictional districts on all election responsibilities.
• Oversee the daily operations of staff in all areas of voter registration, including data entry, record maintenance, and verification processes, while providing support as needed.
• Work closely with the Compliance Division to fulfill Open Records Requests for voter registration information.
• Maintain and manage inventory on-site and at the distribution center, reordering supplies from vendors as needed.
• Collaborate with procurement on vendor contracts, renewals, and scheduled mailings of voter certificates/notices, ensuring adequate postage is available.
• Monitor policies and regulations changes to ensure staff compliance.
• Clearly and consistently communicate community needs to the Director of Voter Registration through weekly reports, proposals, and memos as needed.
• Use and maintain a data-driven reporting matrix to accurately track successes and identify areas for improvement.
• Monitors and analyzes voter registration data to identify trends and improve processes.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email [email protected]

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Required Supporting Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Updated Resume

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field. Relevant experience may substitute for the required education.
• At least 5 years of experience in voter registration, political organizing, or community outreach.
• Proven experience managing staff and coordinating large-scale programs.
• Strong understanding of local, state, and federal voter registration laws and regulations.
• Proven track record of working with diverse communities and stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Thorough understanding of voter registration laws and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, data management software, and voter registration tools.
• Ability to lead and motivate staff.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to build and maintain partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders.
• Ability to adapt to changing regulations and political environments.
• Ability to attend law seminars and conferences, including out-of-town travel, to stay informed on election laws and best practices.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to civic engagement and increasing voter participation.
• Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• High level of professionalism, ethics, and integrity.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Willingness to travel for outreach and events as necessary.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. “See Resume” will not be accepted for qualifications .

General Information

LOCATION:

• 1001 Preston St. Houston Texas 77002

HOURS:

• Mon-Fri 7:45 am – 4:45 pm
• Some overtime hours are required on weekdays and weekends
• May require attendance at outside training seminars and/or conferences

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.