Deputy Returning Officer(S)
2 months ago
**Deputy Returning Officer(s)**
**Location**: Various locations across Alberta
**Closing Date**:October 12, 2024**
**Position Status**: Temporary, between 8 - 40 hours depending on availability, during the voting period
The DROs will be responsible for assisting the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) in preparing for and conducting the 2024 District Elections in accordance with the Elections and Referenda Act.
The Deputy Returning Officer(s) will assist the Territory’s Returning Officer (RO) with the conduct of the Election. Polling locations will be running in various locations throughout Alberta. The DRO will be responsible for overseeing the electoral process at one polling locating throughout the election period and will be responsible for helping to ensure the election process is carried out in accordance with the Elections and Referenda Act.
The DRO will be responsible for the fair and efficient running of the 2024 District Elections, including:
- Managing the schedule for the Polling Clerk(s),
- Overseeing the set up and take down of the polling location every day,
- Managing complaints, and
- Liaising with the head office in Edmonton on a regular basis.
Training will be provided as part of this role, however the DRO will be expected to manage a polling location and team members with a high degree of independence.
**These roles will involve short timelines for training and deployment to support the voting event. Please be aware that we are expecting to onboard people immediately.**
**Skills & Competencies**
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills with experience using Microsoft Office software.
- Adaptable and flexible with changing priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
- Proven conflict resolution skills.
- Excellent with problem solving issues that arise.
- Experience managing a team.
- Political awareness and sensitivity when interacting with others.
- Ability to work well with a team or independently.
- Working knowledge of Cree and/or Michif is considered an asset.
**Qualifications**
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Deep knowledge of the Métis Nation of Alberta, its Bylaws, history, goals, and objectives. Knowledge of Métis culture and issues affecting Métis people is an asset.
- Basic knowledge of elections and voting processes is an asset.
- Must not be an elected member of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government.
**Other Requirements**
- Ability to travel to Edmonton, Alberta. Additional travel within Alberta may be required.
- Reliable transportation and a valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends.
- On days of vote, Polling Clerks will be required to work 7:30 am - 9/10:00 pm.
- Must be able to provide a clean Police Information Check (Criminal Record Check).
- The_ _Otipemisiwak Métis Government thanks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please._
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