The State of Connecticut, Secretary of the State (SOTS) is currently seeking dynamic, passionate individuals eager to contribute their experience within the Legislation and Election Administration Division (LEAD) as the Assistant Elections Director (Assistant Division Director). Join our team and embark on a rewarding career that offers growth, superlative benefits, and a culture that encourages work/life balance.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Join a Forbes-recognized company! Connecticut is proud to be featured on America’s Best Employers by State and Best Employers for New Grads in 2024.
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance, providing you with peace of mind and access to quality healthcare.
• Robust pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings to secure your financial future.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation days, sick leave, personal days, and 13 holidays per calendar year.
• We are an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, which means you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.
• A culture that recognizes the importance of work/life balance and offers alternate work schedules and telecommuting options.
• Opportunities to invest in your professional growth and development with training programs, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the State of Connecticut.
• Connecticut is a strong community with a lot to offer in entertainment, food and shopping, recreation in our beautiful state parks and forests, diverse culture, and rich history. Learn more about all Connecticut has to offer.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Full-Time, 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday
• Location: Hartford, CT
• Hybrid (office/telework) may be available

THIS JOB IS FOR YOU IF

• You’re familiar with government operations, the Secretary of the State’s mission, and Connecticut electoral issues.
• You can be a leader in a nonpartisan workplace.
• You’re a motivating and supportive manager, able to leverage your leadership skills to build consensus and coach successful cross-functional teams.
• You’re able to produce high-quality work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines and quickly generate solutions to problems.
• You value providing prompt quality service and improving access to information.
• You have a passion for promoting participation in the democratic process by providing a wide range of services for the people and businesses of Connecticut.
• You want to do work that matters and want to build a better Connecticut with the Office of the Secretary of the State.

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO

• Assist the Division Director in managing all aspects of LEAD’s projects, programs, and staff;
• Assign and provide oversight for all election and voter registration functions;
• Supervise four (4) Staff Attorneys, six (6) Elections Officers, and two (2) administrative support staff members;
• Ensure compliance with registration and election laws;
• Coordinate the training of local election officials;
• Draft legislative proposals and regulations;
• Monitor changes in federal election law, funding sources, and grant opportunities;
• Serve as a liaison between the agency and registrars of voters, town clerks, municipal governments, other state agencies, other state governments, and the federal government;
• Attend regional and statewide meetings of town clerks and registrars organizations;
• Receive and respond to public inquiries, requests for assistance, and complaints regarding areas of responsibility;
• Work with the IT Director to strengthen Connecticut’s cybersecurity infrastructure, manage existing technology, and implement new technology for election systems, accessible voting systems, online voter registration, motor-voter registration, and other agency programs;
• Monitor available Help America Vote Act (HAVA) funds or other funding sources and grant opportunities;
• Support the Division Director as needed for responsibilities associated with the National Association of Election Directors (NASED), the Electronic Voter Registration Center (ERIC), and other national boards as requested by the Secretary and Division Director.

ABOUT US

The Office of the Secretary of the State (SOTS) is designated by the Constitution and General Statutes of Connecticut as the official keeper of a wide array of public records and documents. As a vital source of information regarding various businesses, commercial lenders, elections, legislation, regulations and other areas, this office is responsible for responding to more than 600,000 requests for information annually.

The Legislation and Election Administration Division (LEAD) administers, interprets and implements all state and federal laws pertaining to elections, primaries, nominating procedures, and the acquisition and exercise of voting rights. The Division encourages and monitors the implementation of the National Voter Registration Act and other voter registration efforts in Connecticut. In addition, the division is the official keeper of all acts, orders, grants, and resolutions of the General Assembly, receives and maintains legislation, regulations and a wide range of other public documents as required by statute, and administers Connecticut’s notary public program.