Returning Officer – Alternate

This position will report to the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (Elections Alberta), an independent office of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta.

The Returning Officer – Alternate will be trained and prepared for an appointment to an electoral division on short notice should a vacancy arise within their designated area in the province. Travel for extended periods may be required during an election event.

Returning Officers are responsible to conduct electoral events that are occurring in their electoral division, which could include general elections, senate elections, by-elections, enumerations, plebiscites, referendums, initiative votes and recall votes. All Returning Officers must be fair, non-partisan and impartial in conducting these events in their electoral division.

For full details:

• RO Job Description

Individuals with prior electoral processes management and administrative experience, electoral legislation and roles knowledge, leadership experience, project and event management experience, community involvement, strong communication and negotiation skills, good computer skills, and good mobility are encouraged to apply.

Time Commitment

If appointed to an electoral division, part-time leading up to the election period (pre September 21); full-time during the election period (after September 21). The contract term to expire on Election Day.

Available Positions

Two positions are available – one for Alberta – North and one for Alberta – South.

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.

Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Final candidates for these roles may be asked to undergo a security screening.

Still Unsure?

Are you interested in the position, but still curious about what is all involved?

• Learn more about the returning office team and the other roles in the returning office on our Positions page, or
• To learn more about our election officer hiring policy, visit our Hiring Policy page, or
• Ask us a specific question through email at [email protected].