Part-Time Absentee Coordinator presso Cobb County Government, GA

About the Department

This position works up to 29 hours per week, but may require more hours during the election season.  

The Absentee Coordinator oversees the day-to-day operations of receiving absentee ballot applications, issuing ballots, receiving returned ballots, and counting accepted ballots, all according to prescribed deadlines and security mandates. The position maintains adequate staffing based on changing workloads, supervises work product accuracy, responds to voter issues and complaints, updates and creates all procedures, forms, checklists, and coversheets used within the absentee mail operation, and administers the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act.  

A data entry skills test will be required for all applicants. The skills testing information and link will be sent via email after the closing date of this job announcement for applications received that successfully meet the qualifications for this position. The assessment will close on Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025, at 11:59 pm.

Please note, failure to complete this assessment will result in elimination from this position.

Position Duties

In conjunction with the Absentee Supervisor, oversees all aspects of Vote by Mail operations: accepts applications for absentee ballots by mail and in-person; assists voters and answers questions by mail, in-person and telephone; supervise and assist in processing mailed, e-mailed and faxed applications, issuing ballots, mailing ballots and verifying and entering returned ballots; communicates with voters by phone, e-mail, and mail regarding any application or ballot issuance problems. 

Assist military and overseas voters by e-mail, letters, and phone calls to answer questions and inform them of their various voting options; ensure state and federal laws are followed; assist in completing the Federal Voter Assistance Program (FVAP) report required by the federal government after the election. 

Hires, trains and supervises part time, seasonal, or temporary workers assists with staffing projections; coordinates and prioritizes daily work activities in assigned area; provides input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations. 

Provides technical expertise related to program or concentration; applies best practices and develops election administration procedures in specialty area; provides substantive input on upper-level policy issues, and operational decisions. 

Applies principles of persuasion and/or influence over others in coordinating Election activities. 

Uses motivation, incentive, leadership, and independent judgment to develop approaches and techniques to resolve problems. Writes procedures to ensure that all laws and policies are being followed and all deadlines met. Communicates with the public, candidates and elected officials to explain procedures and solve problems. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; Supplemented by 2 or more years customer service and supervisory experience. Experience in Georgia elections processing, knowledge of Georgia elections law, and Computer skills with MS Office suite.

Other Qualifications

Tasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and prolonged standing, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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