Campaign Finance Specialist (4664-24)

JOB POSTING – Campaign Finance Specialist

The Hamilton County Board of Elections is seeking candidates for the position of Campaign Finance Specialist – Administration Department. The Campaign Finance Specialist reports to the Director/Deputy Director and is responsible for working with candidates, candidate and political committee treasurers, political parties, and others to ensure compliance with State of Ohio Campaign Finance Laws. To maintain the bipartisan balance required of the Board of Elections staff, applicants for this position must be affiliated with the Democratic Party.

The Campaign Finance Specialist:

• Distributes campaign finance and ethics materials
• Provides information and instructions on preparing and filing of campaign finance reports, including the use of the online BOeFile portal
• Answers routine inquiries and provides copies of filed reports and other public documents
• Audits campaign finance reports to ensure filings are compliant
• Prepares audit letters and works to help resolve errors or deficiencies
• Makes referrals to the Ohio Elections Commission regarding non-compliance with campaign finance laws
• Maintains campaign finance database and manage/retain campaign finance records in accordance with State and Board retention policies
• Updates the Board’s website with electronic copies of campaign finance reports
• Prepares detailed reports for internal and state agencies
• Prepares and distributes certificates of election for candidates and ballot issues as well as political appointments
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Be a registered and active voter of the State of Ohio
• General knowledge of the function and duties of the Hamilton County Board of Elections
• Ability to work both independently and part of a team
• Possess strong ability to focus on and manage details to ensure accuracy, thoroughness and quality.
• Effectively manage time to meet deadlines, including work attendance and punctuality
• Basic knowledge of general office equipment and computers; specifically experience in Microsoft Office is preferable
• Ability to work extended hours
• Successful completion of a criminal background check

Working Conditions:

• Sit for extended periods of time
• Frequent periods of standing, walking, stooping, kneeling or crouching during election cycles
• Repetitive movement of hands and fingers (typing and/or writing)
• Occasional election cycle assignments may include working outdoors
• May be required to lift a maximum of thirty pounds

Applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Raquel Burgos, Deputy Director, [email protected], 4700 Smith Road., Cincinnati, OH 45212 by January 20, 2026.