Returning Officer Liaison

Returning Officer Liaison

Role Overview

Returning Officer Liaisons report to the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (Elections Alberta), representing Elections Alberta in the field with election officers. Elections Alberta is an independent, non-partisan office of the Legislative Assembly responsible for administering provincial elections, by-elections, and referendums.

Returning Officer Liaisons provide supervisory guidance, support, and are the first point of contact for Returning Officers and other field staff. This role assists Elections Alberta in delivering training to returning office staff, monitoring performance and providing support, clarification, and direction on activities and deadlines. During an electoral event, this position is required to conduct site visits to returning offices, observe office set-up/training sessions, and visit voting locations.

General Duties

• Support returning offices in administering electoral events and ensure staff adhere to all requirements of applicable electoral legislation.
• Provide timely and consistent guidance, coaching, and support to Returning Officers and ensure completion of tasks and responsibilities on time and within guidelines established by Elections Alberta.
• Act as an intermediary between Returning Officers and Elections Alberta. This includes serving as the returning offices’ first point of contact to answer questions and resolve issues that arise in electoral divisions.
• Participate in user-acceptance testing, procedural, testing and mock exercises, document reviews, and process feedback.
• Prepare and present to school groups, community organizations, present the “Building Future Voter” program, and attend conferences and conventions to represent Elections Alberta.
• Participate in Elections Alberta electoral event evaluations, surveys, and debriefs.
• Maintain a thorough, up-to-date understanding of all relevant legislation requirements and training materials.
• Review electoral practices and procedures as requested by the Chief Electoral Officer.
• Contribute to improving electoral process by sharing best practices and processes with Elections Alberta for future consideration.
• Travel required throughout duration of the appointment to training sessions and throughout assigned regions, which may include remote areas with limited cell service and gravel roads. Mileage will be compensated.

Employment Type

• Contract term position. The term expires 4 months after Election Day of the next provincial general election.
• Pre- and post-election event periods: Part-time
• During election period and electoral events: Full-time

For more details on the duties and requirements please see the ROL Job Description.

Compensation

Pay: A combination of fee for service at the rate of $45.00 per hour and a flat fee by activity. Rates include all pay, including overtime and 4% vacation pay. Source deductions (Income Tax, EI, and CPP) will be taken based on the submitted TD1 and TD1 AB forms.

Expenses: Required travel expenses will be reimbursed as outlined in the ROL handbook, including mileage, accommodation, and meal allowances.

Available Positions

Returning Officer Liaison positions are currently available in the following locations:

• Calgary (x1)
• Edmonton (x3)
• Alberta South (x1)
• Alberta Central (x1)
• Alberta Northwest (x1)

How to Apply

All applicants must complete the two-step application process:

1. Complete the online application and upload a copy of your resume in our system. (A cover letter is not required.)
2. Complete the election-related knowledge assessment. You will be provided with a link to the assessment after you submit your application and resume.

All applications will be reviewed. While we appreciate your interest, only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.