Elections Technician or Elections Specialist

Elections Technician or Elections Specialist

Salary

$26.48 - $34.96 Hourly

Location

FC 200 W Oak, CO

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

202600284

Department

Clerk and Recorder

Opening Date

07/17/2026

Closing Date

7/26/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Full/Part Time

Full Time

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Overview

The Larimer County Clerk & Recorder Elections division offers an outstanding opportunity for a rewarding career in the ever-changing, always-engaging field of Election Administration. We are seeking a skilled Elections Technician/Elections Specialist to join our highly respected team. We serve a population of more than 350,000 citizens, of which more than 275,000 are registered voters.

Election Administration is project-driven and detail-oriented. The Elections Technician/Elections Specialist position provides support to and/or oversight for certain processes. The successful candidate will be dedicated, possess exceptional problem-solving skills, and thrive in a culture of continuous improvement/innovation. If you are someone who stays curious, searches for solutions, and seeks out opportunities for collaboration - we want to hear from you!

Please note, to be considered for this position a resume and cover letter must be attached to your application.

Responsibilities

What youll be doing:

• Assists with Point of Service duties, including: Incoming and outbound mail processing, customer support (in-person and by phone/email), revenue handling and customer transactions.
• Provides Voter Registration support services, including: entering Voter Registration forms and other data transactions accurately and completely, performing Voter Registration list maintenance and cleanup activities, assisting customers with Colorado Voter Registration requests (such as record confidentiality, military/overseas voting status, and proof of residency).
• Reviews and updates Elections Office procedures yearly or as needed.
• Monitors, analyze, and explain Election statutes and rules, including statutes and rules proposed by the Colorado State Legislature and the Colorado Department of State.
• Manages both short and long-term projects in preparation for the Election Cycle.

In addition to year-round daily tasks, support one or more of the following, Election Cycle process areas:

• Coordinates with local entities to sign Intergovernmental Agreements, receive certified ballot content, and layout ballot artwork in the Election Management System.
• Recruits, trains, and handles temporary employees (Election Judges) for job assignments at Voter Service and Polling Centers (VSPC) and at the Central Count facility.
• Organizes and prepares outgoing mail ballot materials. Collaborate with print/mail vendor and United States Postal Service to achieve timely transmission and delivery of ballots to eligible voters.
• Supports VSPC operations, including set-up, operation, and break-down of all VSPC locations, intense daily support for 500+ VSPC Election Judges, and end-of-day reconciliation.
• Oversees the receipt, processing, verification, and tabulation of mail ballots in the counting facility. Provide direct supervision for 150+ Central Count Election Judges.
• Ensures integrity of all Election process areas through enforcement of strict security, the chain of custody, and bipartisanship requirements.

To view the full job descriptions, visit- https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Elections_Technician OR https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Elections_Specialist

We are looking for a candidate that will:

• Demonstrate familiarity with general office practices and procedures and routine software and business application including, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Read and comprehend department and County rules, regulations, policies, standard operating procedures, and elections statutes and rules.
• Be dependable and have regular, predictable attendance.
• Multi-task with contending priorities and responsibilities while having the ability to work in a stressful, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Work collaboratively with others from a diverse group of backgrounds in teams to ensure a successful project outcome.
• Problem solve and troubleshoot complex systems.
• Have supervisory, training, and project management experience.

Qualifications

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required for an Elections Technician will be eliminated from the process.

Depending on qualifications this position may be hired as Elections Technician or Elections Specialist.

Elections Technician

• Two (2) years of office experience or in the performance of similar duties required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Possession of voters registration in the State of Colorado within one (1) month of hire, required.
• Possession of a valid Drivers License by date of hire is required.
• Possession of Colorado State Election Certification within one (1) year of hire required, and/or maintain continuing education hours annually or as required

Elections Specialist

• One (1) year of Elections experience required.
• Must qualify via the Elections Department scoring rubric for classification as an Elections Specialist.
• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Possession of voters registration in the State of Colorado within one (1) month of hire, required.
• Possession of a valid Drivers License by date of hire, required.
• Possession of Colorado State Election Certification within one (1) year of hire required, and/or maintain continuing education hours annually or as required.

Benefits

Here's what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer Countys Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits.

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer Countys Benefits.

01

Please choose one of the Larimer County guiding principles listed that you feel most applies to you and this position - Larimer County will add value to the lives of its citizens today and in the future by:

• Being good stewards of public resources
• Promoting innovation and continuous improvement
• Providing quality customer service
• Empowering people to take responsibility
• Cultivating partnerships
• Being a fulfilling and enjoyable place to work

02

Based on your choice in the previous question, describe how you would apply this guiding principle in this position.

03

Are you a current or previous employee of Larimer County?

• Yes
• No

04

To be considered for this position, both a resume and cover letter must be attached to your application. Did you remember to attach both of these documents?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have possession of, or the ability to obtain, voters registration in the State of Colorado within one (1) month of hire?

• Yes
• No

07

Will you have possession of a valid Drivers License by date of hire?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have possession of, or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire, a Colorado State Election Certification and/or maintain continuing education hours annually or as required?

• Yes
• No

09

Which best describes the number of years of experience you possess working in the Elections arena or a closely related field?

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 2 - 4 years
• 4 or more years

10

Describe any experience you have in planning and managing projects.

11

Please describe your work ethic.

12

Describe the experience you have in training individuals and/or groups - be specific as to the type of training and size of the audience.

Required Question

Employer Larimer County