What You'll Be DoingAre you a highly organized, detail-oriented individual who loves working with large datasets and relational databases? Do you enjoy finding ways to utilize technology to streamline and optimize processes? If the answer is YES, then keep reading because this just may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for! The Wake County Board of Elections is currently seeking a Business Analyst to join our elections team. The Business Analyst plays a critical role in overseeing the development and maintenance of databases and process workflows while also ensuring that all team members have the access and resources necessary to perform their job duties.
What will you do as a Business Analyst? - Manage, maintain and update all Wake County Board of Elections databases using commonly accepted relational database standards and techniques
- Collaborate with all teams within the department to identify process improvements and potential for automation
- Create audit reports for Wake County voter registration, absentee, geocode, Precinct Official, and other election data
- Coordinate with various teams to ensure databases are maintained and updated in preparation for election events and deadlines
- Test databases prior to election events to ensure functionality
- Work with a contracted vendor to prepare Election Day pollbooks and ensure accuracy of voter data
- Assist with new employee onboarding
- Manage employee access to various databases, programs and resources
- Assist with the development of the Board of Elections yearly budget to include developing business cases for expansion requests
- Create documentation and how-to documents for maintaining and updating Board of Elections relational databases
- Assist in the planning, preparation and execution of various election events
About Our TeamThe Wake County Board of Elections is responsible for conducting all elections held in Wake County. The Board locally administers State election laws. Principal functions include establishing election precincts and voting sites; appointing and training Precinct Officials; preparing and distributing ballots and voting equipment; canvassing and certifying the ballots cast in elections and investigating any voting irregularities. It maintains voter registration and participation records and provides public information on voters and elections. This position is in-person and will work at the Board of Elections Operations Center.
The Basics (Required Education and Experience) - Bachelor’s Degree
- Two years of job-related experience
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
- Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience) - Experience working with relational databases
- Experience working at a County Board of Elections office
- A valid driver’s license
- Clear financial and criminal records check
How Will We Know You're 'The One'? - Ability to provide solutions to high-level problems
- Ability to accurately complete and accomplish tasks
- Ability to be proactive and achieve goals beyond what is required
- Ability to understand high-level concepts and develop innovative solutions to streamline processes
- Proficient in Microsoft Access and Airtable
About This PositionLocation: Wake County Board of Elections Operations Center Raleigh, NC 27610
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm
Hiring Range: 64,971 - 87,712
Market Range: 64,971.00 - 110,454.00
Please include
ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 7/7/2024
What Makes Wake GreatHome to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity StatementWake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check StatementPosition may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker StatementIn the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
