What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Director Records and Elections position at Benton County (OR)?
The Benton County Records & Elections Department is seeking a Deputy Director to join the team!
JOB SUMMARYThis position is responsible for managing, planning, directing, and coordinating activities in the operation and administration of the Records and Elections Department. Working in tandem with the Department Director to develop goals & strategies, revise & implement operational policies and procedures. The Deputy Director may be designated to serve in the absence of the Director.
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The first review of applications will be on April 29th, 2026.
Applications that are submitted after this date may or may not be considered for interviews. The posting may close without notice after the first review date when a sufficient number of qualified candidates are received.
BENEFITS
- Generous time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance!
- 11 Paid Holidays 64 Personal Leave Hours 2 Floating Holidays 8 hours of vacation accrual every month sick leave. Vacation accrual increases with years of service.
- A 9/80 work schedule may be considered after completing the probationary period (please note during elections schedules will be M-F).
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage
- Medical, Dental and Vision -cover your eligible family members without additional premium.
- In addition, the County contributes up to $1,400 per year to your Health Savings or Reimbursement account
- Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren’t traditionally paid by insurance – i.e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medications
- You never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to year
- Dependents up to age 26 are covered
- Get ready for retirement. Generous employer paid contributions!
- After 6 months of employment:
- The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS
- The County makes a deferred compensation 457b plan contribution of 3% of your salary, you can add more if you wish.
- After 6 months of employment:
- A free and award-winning wellness program
- Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health.
- Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities.
- Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs
- 100% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($100,000), Life ($50,000), and Long-Term Disability coverage.
- Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates.
- Annual salary range of:
- $101,853 to $142,594
- This position is eligible for up to two salary raises within your first year. An Increase may be given at the end of the 6-month probationary period, depending on starting salary, and at the 1-year anniversary, as long as your performance is in good standing! Annual performance-based increases are given until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
- Note: salary placement will be based on your level of directly related experience and education consistent with Oregon's pay equity law.
- Have benefits questions?
- Reach out to us anytime: recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration or a field related to area of assignment; and
- 7 years of professional work experience related to Records, Elections or a related field requiring a strong attention to detail and legal regulations including 3 years of managerial or supervisor experience.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Please note candidates must have at least six months of actual work experience to be considered as equivalent.
Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please click on the link: Oregon Pay Equity Law
Special Requirements:
- A cover letter is required to be considered for this position.
- Please describe how your skills and experience would enable you to succeed in the essential functions listed for this position. Also, please briefly describe your experience working independently with a complex workload.
- Oregon Driver's License or the ability to obtain. This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
- Successfully complete ballot returns signature verification training.
- Obtain certification to assist in processing U.S. Passport Applications.
The Ideal Candidate
- Certified Elections Administrator or Certified Records Administrator.
- Advanced knowledge of current records management technology; public records archives standards and laws; state election and registration laws.
- Ability to interpret and utilize related statutes; ability to plan and organize large-scale election activities.
- Preferred Oregon County Clerk's certification for elections and/or recording.
- Valid Oregon Driver’s License.
Questions regarding this position can be directed to
Darla Rush, Records and Elections Director
Records and Elections
Telephone: (541) 766-6756
darla.rush@bentoncountyor.gov
Records and Elections
Telephone: (541) 766-6756
darla.rush@bentoncountyor.gov
Working & Living in Benton County
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county’s 90,000 residents like to say they “have it all.”
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Records and Elections Department
- To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
- Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
- Answer all supplemental questions.
- You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
- Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.
- This is a FLSA exempt position.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
- Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.
Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.
Helpful links and contact informationLearn more about Benton County
Understanding the County Application Process
Job Interest Cards webpage
For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.
Salary : $101,853 - $142,594