Electoral Officer

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 and make recommendations where appropriate.

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 on (08) 7424 74***or darien.o'******@sa.gov.au 

Applications

• All applications must be submitted via https://iworkfor.sa.gov.au/
• 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.

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