Electoral Officer

Electoral Commission of South Australia
Job reference: 573316
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
Electoral Commission SA (ECSA) is seeking an Electoral Officer to join the team and contribute to the delivery of timely and efficient election services.
The Electoral Officer will support the delivery of parliamentary and local government elections by providing accurate and timely advice to stakeholders, following established procedures and processes and undertaking a range of administrative functions.
Reporting to the A/Team Leader, Elections key responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to the efficient and effective administration of election services by applying and being compliant with relevant legislation, election rules and established processes.
• Liaising with stakeholders and organise appropriate election procedures and requirements.
• Assisting with the development and review of forms, manuals and procedures.
• Assisting with, and conducting, information sessions and training programs for electoral officials and external parties.
• Maintaining election data and assist in the collation and production of statistics and/or reports following elections.
• Following project methodologies and timelines to achieve specific outcomes within budgetary constraints.
• Preparing regular, accurate and reliable reports on the status of the activities as it relates to the progress and performance of the election projects.

Special Conditions

• This vacancy is offered on a term basis up to 31 July 2024.
• In order not to compromise the strict neutrality of the Commission, no person who is active in political affairs or intends to carry on this activity may be an employee.
• Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the Commission finds satisfactory.
• Extensive out of normal working hours duty may be required during the period of an election.
• Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.

Remuneration
ASO3 - $65,590 - $70,968 pro rata
Enquiries
Enquiries can be directed to Darien O'Reilly A/Team Leader Elections at (08) 7424 7447 or
Applications

• All applications must be submitted via
• Applicants must refer to ECSA’s Job Application Guidelines before submitting their application.
• Applications must be submitted with a report (no more than 2 pages) addressing each of the essential requirements as outlined in the Job and Person Specification
• Applications must be accompanied by completed SA Public Sector Pre-Employment Declaration.

Applications close: 9am Wednesday 07 February 2024
Additional Notes
The Electoral Commission of South Australia is an equal opportunity employer.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applications close: 07/02/2024 09:00 AM
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Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.