District Electoral Officers and Deputy District Electoral Officers
About the role
Job Opportunity: District Electoral Officers and Deputy District Electoral Officers
Put your leadership and management skills to work serving democracy in British Columbia.
Join an innovative and recognized leader in electoral administration.
District Electoral Officers and Deputy District Electoral Officers
A management-level, term-specific appointment under the Election Act
April 2027 to April 2029
Compensation rates: District Electoral Officer and Deputy District Electoral Officer Compensation
Posting close date: Open until positions are filled.
Current vacancies
Elections BC Has Filled Most District Electoral Officer (DEO) And Deputy District Electoral Officer (DDEO) Appointments Across The Province And Is Now Seeking Qualified Applicants For Vacancies In The Following Electoral Districts
Kamloops and Northern B.C. Region
Bulkley Valley-Stikine (Smithers) Cariboo-Chilcotin (Williams Lake) Peace River South (Dawson Creek) Prince George-North Cariboo (Quesnel) Skeena (Terrace)
Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast Region
Mid Island-Pacific Rim (Port Alberni) Nanaimo-Gabriola Island (Nanaimo)
East and Central B.C. Region
Columbia River-Revelstoke (Invermere) Fraser-Nicola (Merritt) Kootenay-Rockies (Cranbrook)
About The Roles
Elections BC (EBC) is looking for local leaders to serve as DEOs and DDEOs throughout the province.
DEOs and DDEOs plan for, manage, and administer provincial general elections, by-elections and other events. As a local representative of the Chief Electoral Officer in their assigned electoral district, DEOs and DDEOs ensure there is an impartial and fair election that is accessible and inclusive for voters and other stakeholders. In delivering EBC’s mandate, they are role models of EBC’s values, ethics, and behaviours, and must always represent EBC positively. They must establish and maintain decorum and a positive, responsive, transparent and accountable culture.
The most recent provincial general election in B.C. took place in October 2024. While general elections are scheduled every four years, they can occur before a scheduled date. By-elections and other on-demand electoral events may also be held at any time. DEOs and DDEOs ensure that EBC is continually ready to deliver any electoral event in their electoral district when required.
The work of a DEO or DDEO requires broad management experience; strong planning and organizing skills; comfort with computer technology and office automation; expertise in material, human and financial resources management; and experience leading a diverse workforce. DEOs and DDEOs must have solid project management skills, excellent judgment, and stamina to complete all the tasks of an election within a very short and legislated timeframe. In return, the work is varied, challenging and highly rewarding.
DEO and DDEO opportunities appeal to applicants who can commit part-time hours towards event readiness, have the energy and flexibility to work more than full-time during an election period, and want to contribute to democracy by leading a diverse team towards a shared goal – an accessible and fair election.
Elections BC is an independent, non-partisan Office of the Legislature responsible for administering electoral processes in British Columbia in accordance with the Election Act, Local Elections Campaign Financing Act, Recall and Initiative Act, and Referendum Act.
Learn More About Being a DEO/DDEO
To apply for these opportunities:
Review the job description for a full description of job duties and qualifications. Prepare your resume detailing your relevant work experience and qualifications. Review the list of current vacancies and determine which electoral district(s) you wish to apply for. Use the My District App to find the electoral district you reside in. Select “Apply Now” to access the application system. You will be redirected to the application system where you will upload your resume and complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you include all relevant information about your education and work history, including job titles, start and end dates (month and year), and how you obtained your relevant experience. You will also select the electoral district(s) you wish to work in, so be sure to choose the correct region.
Note: You may apply for one or more electoral districts. DEOs and DDEOs do not need to live within the electoral district, but they must live within a reasonable commuting distance.
Region Electoral District (Community) Application Link Kamloops and Northern B.C. Bulkley Valley-Stikine (Smithers) Apply Now Cariboo-Chilcotin (Williams Lake) Peace River South (Dawson Creek) Prince George-North Cariboo (Quesnel) Skeena (Terrace) Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast Mid Island-Pacific Rim (Port Alberni) Apply Now Nanaimo-Gabriola Island (Nanaimo) East and Central B.C. Columbia River-Revelstoke (Invermere) Apply Now Fraser-Nicola (Merritt) Kootenay-Rockies (Cranbrook)
Note
If you have questions, please contact DEOjobs@elections.bc.ca. Do not submit your application to this e-mail. You must submit your application by clicking the “Apply Now” links above to be considered. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT in responding to the questionnaire may result in disqualification from the competition.
Elections BC is committed to fostering a respectful workplace and welcoming diversity and inclusion throughout our organization.
Elections BC | 1-800-661-8683 | elections.bc.ca
About Elections BC
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms gives Canadian citizens the right to vote in provincial and federal elections. Elections BC is the custodian of that right on behalf of B.C. voters. Elections BC is an independent and non-partisan Office of the Legislature.
Elections BC is separate from the federal election administrator (Elections Canada) and from local elections administrators (local Chief Election Officers). Elections BC administers provincial general elections and by-elections, recall petitions, initiative petitions and initiative votes, the conduct of referenda and plebiscites, and local elections and assent voting campaign financing and advertising rules.
B.C. was the first province in Canada to establish fixed election dates. Provincial general elections take place on the third Saturday in October every four years.
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District Electoral Officers and Deputy District Electoral Officers
About the role
Job Opportunity: District Electoral Officers and Deputy District Electoral Officers
Put your leadership and management skills to work serving democracy in British Columbia.
Join an innovative and recognized leader in electoral administration.
District Electoral Officers and Deputy District Electoral Officers
A management-level, term-specific appointment under the Election Act
April 2027 to April 2029
Compensation rates: District Electoral Officer and Deputy District Electoral Officer Compensation
Posting close date: Open until positions are filled.
Current vacancies
Elections BC Has Filled Most District Electoral Officer (DEO) And Deputy District Electoral Officer (DDEO) Appointments Across The Province And Is Now Seeking Qualified Applicants For Vacancies In The Following Electoral Districts
Kamloops and Northern B.C. Region
Bulkley Valley-Stikine (Smithers) Cariboo-Chilcotin (Williams Lake) Peace River South (Dawson Creek) Prince George-North Cariboo (Quesnel) Skeena (Terrace)
Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast Region
Mid Island-Pacific Rim (Port Alberni) Nanaimo-Gabriola Island (Nanaimo)
East and Central B.C. Region
Columbia River-Revelstoke (Invermere) Fraser-Nicola (Merritt) Kootenay-Rockies (Cranbrook)
About The Roles
Elections BC (EBC) is looking for local leaders to serve as DEOs and DDEOs throughout the province.
DEOs and DDEOs plan for, manage, and administer provincial general elections, by-elections and other events. As a local representative of the Chief Electoral Officer in their assigned electoral district, DEOs and DDEOs ensure there is an impartial and fair election that is accessible and inclusive for voters and other stakeholders. In delivering EBC’s mandate, they are role models of EBC’s values, ethics, and behaviours, and must always represent EBC positively. They must establish and maintain decorum and a positive, responsive, transparent and accountable culture.
The most recent provincial general election in B.C. took place in October 2024. While general elections are scheduled every four years, they can occur before a scheduled date. By-elections and other on-demand electoral events may also be held at any time. DEOs and DDEOs ensure that EBC is continually ready to deliver any electoral event in their electoral district when required.
The work of a DEO or DDEO requires broad management experience; strong planning and organizing skills; comfort with computer technology and office automation; expertise in material, human and financial resources management; and experience leading a diverse workforce. DEOs and DDEOs must have solid project management skills, excellent judgment, and stamina to complete all the tasks of an election within a very short and legislated timeframe. In return, the work is varied, challenging and highly rewarding.
DEO and DDEO opportunities appeal to applicants who can commit part-time hours towards event readiness, have the energy and flexibility to work more than full-time during an election period, and want to contribute to democracy by leading a diverse team towards a shared goal – an accessible and fair election.
Elections BC is an independent, non-partisan Office of the Legislature responsible for administering electoral processes in British Columbia in accordance with the Election Act, Local Elections Campaign Financing Act, Recall and Initiative Act, and Referendum Act.
Learn More About Being a DEO/DDEO
To apply for these opportunities:
Review the job description for a full description of job duties and qualifications. Prepare your resume detailing your relevant work experience and qualifications. Review the list of current vacancies and determine which electoral district(s) you wish to apply for. Use the My District App to find the electoral district you reside in. Select “Apply Now” to access the application system. You will be redirected to the application system where you will upload your resume and complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you include all relevant information about your education and work history, including job titles, start and end dates (month and year), and how you obtained your relevant experience. You will also select the electoral district(s) you wish to work in, so be sure to choose the correct region.
Note: You may apply for one or more electoral districts. DEOs and DDEOs do not need to live within the electoral district, but they must live within a reasonable commuting distance.
Region Electoral District (Community) Application Link Kamloops and Northern B.C. Bulkley Valley-Stikine (Smithers) Apply Now Cariboo-Chilcotin (Williams Lake) Peace River South (Dawson Creek) Prince George-North Cariboo (Quesnel) Skeena (Terrace) Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast Mid Island-Pacific Rim (Port Alberni) Apply Now Nanaimo-Gabriola Island (Nanaimo) East and Central B.C. Columbia River-Revelstoke (Invermere) Apply Now Fraser-Nicola (Merritt) Kootenay-Rockies (Cranbrook)
Note
If you have questions, please contact DEOjobs@elections.bc.ca. Do not submit your application to this e-mail. You must submit your application by clicking the “Apply Now” links above to be considered. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT in responding to the questionnaire may result in disqualification from the competition.
Elections BC is committed to fostering a respectful workplace and welcoming diversity and inclusion throughout our organization.
Elections BC | 1-800-661-8683 | elections.bc.ca
About Elections BC
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms gives Canadian citizens the right to vote in provincial and federal elections. Elections BC is the custodian of that right on behalf of B.C. voters. Elections BC is an independent and non-partisan Office of the Legislature.
Elections BC is separate from the federal election administrator (Elections Canada) and from local elections administrators (local Chief Election Officers). Elections BC administers provincial general elections and by-elections, recall petitions, initiative petitions and initiative votes, the conduct of referenda and plebiscites, and local elections and assent voting campaign financing and advertising rules.
B.C. was the first province in Canada to establish fixed election dates. Provincial general elections take place on the third Saturday in October every four years.