Ms Carlene Herbert, left, has been appointed Supervisor of Elections effective March 10, 2025, replacing Scherrie N. Griffin, right, who has transitioned to the Attorney General’s Chambers. Photo: GIS

As Supervisor of Elections, Ms Carlene Herbert will ensure the effective and efficient management of the Office of the Supervisor of Elections, including the maintenance of the Register of Voters and other related elections administration duties. Photo: VINO/File

Ms Herbert joins the Public Service with more than 20 years of experience in governance, administration and communications within the public sector.

According to a press release from Government Information Service (GIS) on April 23, 2025, Deputy Governor, Mr David D. Archer, Jr, welcomed Ms Herbert to the role, noting that the Office of the Supervisor of Elections carries out critical functions that oversee the maintenance of the Territory’s democratic foundations; the electoral process.

The Deputy Governor said, “I am proud to welcome Ms Carlene Herbert to the role of Supervisor of Elections. Managing elections in the Virgin Islands is no small task, but I am confident in Ms Herbert’s ability to succeed in this important position. My office, the Public Service and I are fully committed to working alongside her as she fulfills this vital role in our community.”

Herbert 'honoured & excited'

Ms Herbert’s academic achievements includes dual Associates of Science degrees in Business Administration (General Business Concentration) and Corporate and Trust Administration, both from the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College. She has also earned a Bachelor of Science in Communication from the University of Phoenix, as well as a Bachelor of Laws (Upper Second Class Honours) from the University of Essex.

Ms Herbert said she was grateful for the opportunity to serve. She said,  “I am truly honoured and excited for this opportunity to serve my country in this role and I am committed to ensuring the continued development and success of elections administration in the Territory.”

As Supervisor of Elections, Ms Herbert will ensure the effective and efficient management of the Office of the Supervisor of Elections, including the maintenance of the Register of Voters and other related elections administration duties.