Department Directors - Keisha Smith

With nearly two decades of progressive leadership roles in both the public and private sectors, Keisha Smith has a background with significant experience in strategic planning and operations management in complex organizations.

“I’m excited to bring my leadership, vision and collaborative approach to guiding the work of DeKalb’s Voter Registration and Elections,” said Smith, who is relocating from Virginia. “Collaboration, integrity and efficiency will anchor my efforts as the next executive director and I look forward to working with the Board of Registration and Elections, our area and regional stakeholders, the Secretary of State, and the voters of DeKalb as we continue to ensure safe, secure and accurate elections.” 

Smith served as executive director of the Virginia Health Workforce Development Authority from 2015 to 2022.

Departmental Summary - Voter Registration and Elections

DeKalb County Voter Registration and Elections registers eligible citizens to vote and assigns voters to precincts in accordance with state and federal laws; conducts all federal, state, county and municipal elections in accordance with Georgia’s election code; and operates all polling locations including advance voting locations and an absentee poll for federal, state, county, and municipal elections conducted in DeKalb County.