COMELEC Job Hiring 2026
The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has announced several government job vacancies through the Civil Service Commission Job Portal. These openings are available in different COMELEC offices in Regions IX, X, XII and the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR).
Available positions include Election Officer II, Election Officer III, Election Officer IV, Election Assistant II, and Computer Maintenance Technologist I. Monthly salaries range from ₱24,329 to ₱73,303, depending on the position and salary grade.
Applicants should carefully check the qualifications, documentary requirements and deadlines. Some vacancies close as early as September 1, 2026, while others accept applications until September 7 or September 14, 2026. The duplicate CSC link for Job ID 5474097 has been listed only once below.
1. Election Officer III
COMELEC Region XII is hiring an Election Officer III for the Office of the Election Officer in President Quirino, Sultan Kudarat. This position is suited to applicants with relevant professional eligibility, education, training and experience who want to work in election administration and public service.
Job Details
- Position: Election Officer III
- Place of Assignment: Office of the Election Officer, President Quirino, Sultan Kudarat
- Plantilla Item Number: EO3-213-2015
- Salary Grade: SG 18
- Monthly Salary: ₱53,818
- Posting Date: August 18, 2026
- Application Deadline: September 1, 2026
Qualification Requirements
- Eligibility: Career Service Professional/appropriate second-level eligibility
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: Eight hours of relevant training
- Experience: Two years of relevant experience
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit an application letter stating the position, plantilla item number and office where the vacancy exists, together with:
- Updated and properly accomplished Personal Data Sheet or PDS with recent passport-sized photo, CS Form No. 212, Revised 2025
- Work Experience Sheet
- Performance rating from the last rating period, if applicable
- Certificate of eligibility, rating or licence
- Certificates of relevant training/seminars attended
- Transcript of Records
- Diploma and/or Certificate of Graduation
- Ombudsman Clearance for Salary Grade 11 and above
- Valid, unexpired NBI Clearance
COMELEC specifically states that résumés are not allowed for this vacancy and that previous applicants must reapply.
Where to Send Application
Atty. Michael C. Abas
Regional Election Director
2F Sanidad Bldg., Magsaysay Avenue, General Santos
Telephone: (083) 554 5574
Email: ored.region12@comelec.gov.ph
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5460037
2. Election Officer IV
COMELEC Region XII is also looking for an Election Officer IV assigned to Pikit, North Cotabato. With a monthly salary of ₱73,303, this is one of the highest-paying positions included in this batch of vacancies.
Job Details and Requirements
- Position: Election Officer IV
- Place of Assignment: Office of the Election Officer, Pikit, North Cotabato
- Plantilla Item Number: EO4-131-2022
- Salary Grade: SG 21
- Monthly Salary: ₱73,303
- Eligibility: Career Service Professional/appropriate second-level eligibility
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: Eight hours of relevant training
- Experience: Two years of relevant experience
- Deadline: September 1, 2026
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare an application letter indicating the position, item number and office, together with the PDS and Work Experience Sheet, performance rating if applicable, eligibility/rating/licence certificate, training certificates, Transcript of Records, diploma or graduation certificate, Ombudsman Clearance and valid NBI Clearance. Résumés are not accepted.
Where to Send Application
Atty. Michael C. Abas
Regional Election Director
2F Sanidad Bldg., Magsaysay Avenue, General Santos
Telephone: (083) 554 5574
Email: ored.region12@comelec.gov.ph
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5460036
3. Election Officer IV
Another Election Officer IV vacancy is available at the Office of the Election Officer in Matalam, North Cotabato. It carries the same Salary Grade 21 and monthly compensation of ₱73,303.
Job Details and Qualifications
- Plantilla Item Number: EO4-26-2024
- Salary Grade: SG 21
- Monthly Salary: ₱73,303
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Eligibility: Career Service Professional/appropriate second-level eligibility
- Training: Eight hours of relevant training
- Experience: Two years of relevant experience
- Deadline: September 1, 2026
Applicants must submit the application letter, PDS with Work Experience Sheet, performance rating if applicable, proof of eligibility, training certificates, Transcript of Records, diploma/certificate of graduation, Ombudsman Clearance and valid NBI Clearance.
Where to Send Application
Atty. Michael C. Abas
Regional Election Director
2F Sanidad Bldg., Magsaysay Avenue, General Santos
Telephone: (083) 554 5574
Email: ored.region12@comelec.gov.ph
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5460035
4. Computer Maintenance Technologist I
Applicants with an IT or other relevant bachelor’s degree may consider the Computer Maintenance Technologist I vacancy assigned to OPES, Apayao. An important advantage of this opening is that no previous work experience or training is required.
Job Details
- Position: Computer Maintenance Technologist I
- Place of Assignment: OPES, Apayao
- Plantilla Item Number: COMELECA-CTMT1-112-2015
- Salary Grade: SG 11
- Monthly Salary: ₱31,705
- Eligibility: Career Service Professional/appropriate second-level eligibility
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: None required
- Experience: None required
- Deadline: September 14, 2026
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Accomplished PDS with Work Experience Sheet and recent passport-sized or unfiltered digital photo
- CS Form No. 212, Revised 2026, digitally or electronically signed
- Performance rating, if applicable
- Proof of eligibility/rating/licence
- Transcript of Records
- Original NBI Clearance
- Original Ombudsman Clearance for SG 11 and above
Where to Send Application
Atty. Julius D. Torres
Regional Election Director
Commission on Elections – Cordillera Administrative Region
Office of the Regional Election Director
Governor Pack Road, Baguio City
Email: recruitment.carcomelec@gmail.com
Applications may be delivered personally, sent through courier or submitted through email.
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5468379
5. Election Officer II
COMELEC Region IX has an opening for Election Officer II in Talusan, Zamboanga Sibugay. The position pays ₱42,178 monthly.
Job Details and Requirements
- Plantilla Item Number: COMELECA-EO2-108-1998
- Salary Grade: SG 15
- Monthly Salary: ₱42,178
- Eligibility: CS Professional Eligibility/second-level eligibility
- Education: Bachelor’s degree relevant to the job
- Training: Four hours of relevant training
- Experience: One year of relevant experience
- Deadline: September 7, 2026
Required application documents include the PDS with Work Experience Sheet, performance rating if applicable, proof of eligibility/rating/licence, Transcript of Records, NBI Clearance and Ombudsman Clearance for Election Officer applicants.
Where to Send Application
Atty. Wilfred Jay E. Balisado
Regional Election Director
Office of the Regional Election Director, COMELEC IX
4th Floor, City Commercial Center Bldg., Rizal Ave., Pagadian City
Email: hrmo.comelecr9@gmail.com
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5474097
6. Election Assistant II
This Election Assistant II position may be particularly attractive to applicants seeking an entry-level COMELEC government job because the CSC listing requires no training and no previous work experience.
Job Details
- Place of Assignment: Pres. Manuel A. Roxas, Zamboanga del Norte
- Plantilla Item Number: COMELECA-EA2-1277-1998
- Salary Grade: SG 9
- Monthly Salary: ₱24,329
- Eligibility: CS Sub-Professional Eligibility/first-level eligibility
- Education: Bachelor’s degree
- Training: None
- Experience: None
- Deadline: September 7, 2026
Applicants should prepare a PDS with Work Experience Sheet, performance rating if applicable, proof of eligibility/rating/licence, Transcript of Records and NBI Clearance. The vacancy notice also lists Ombudsman Clearance for Election Officer applicants.
Where to Send Application
Atty. Wilfred Jay E. Balisado
Regional Election Director
Office of the Regional Election Director, COMELEC IX
4th Floor, City Commercial Center Bldg., Rizal Ave., Pagadian City
Email: hrmo.comelecr9@gmail.com
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5474096
7. Election Assistant II
COMELEC Region X is hiring an Election Assistant II for the Office of the Election Officer in Salvador, Lanao del Norte. Like the Region IX Election Assistant vacancy, this opening requires a bachelor’s degree but does not require previous training or work experience.
Job Details and Qualifications
- Plantilla Item Number: EA2-570-1998
- Salary Grade: SG 9
- Monthly Salary: ₱24,329
- Eligibility: Career Service Subprofessional/First Level Eligibility
- Education: Bachelor’s degree
- Training: None required
- Experience: None required
- Deadline: September 7, 2026
Applicants must submit an accomplished PDS with Work Experience Sheet and recent photograph, performance rating if applicable, proof of eligibility/rating/licence and Transcript of Records. The CSC notice also discusses NBI and Ombudsman clearances, with the Ombudsman Clearance requirement specifically applying to Election Officer and Computer Maintenance Technologist applicants.
Where to Send Application
Atty. Renato A. Magbutay
Regional Election Director
#08 Que Bldg., Agoho Drive, Carmen, Cagayan de Oro City
Email: ored.region10@comelec.gov.ph
CSC Job Link:
https://csc.gov.ph/career/job/5474974
Conclusion
These COMELEC job vacancies for 2026 provide opportunities for qualified Filipinos seeking permanent government employment in election administration, technical support and administrative work. Positions are available for both experienced professionals and applicants with little or no previous work experience.
Before submitting an application, carefully review the appropriate CSC vacancy notice and ensure that every required document is complete, properly accomplished and signed. COMELEC repeatedly states in its vacancy announcements that applications with incomplete documents will not be entertained.
Applicants should also pay close attention to the deadlines: the Region XII Election Officer positions close on September 1, 2026, the Region IX and X openings close on September 7, 2026, while the Computer Maintenance Technologist I position in CAR remains open until September 14, 2026. Submit applications as early as possible and use the corresponding official CSC Job Portal listing above to verify the vacancy before applying.