Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

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JCM113: Elections Coordinator

Elections Coordinator

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCM113
6
None
       
       
Salary
As Hourly
As Annual
54,018.00 - 67,870.00 - 85,363.00 USD Annual
$25.97 - $32.63 - $41.04
$54,018.00 - $67,870.00 - $85,363.00

POSITION SUMMARY

Elections Coordinator will coordinate the appointment and training of Native American liaisons. Train appointed liaisons in all phases of the electoral process, including statutory qualifications to hold elective office, election-related deadlines, election day activities, and ballot issues such as constitutional amendments. Provide supervision and assistance related to voter registration, voting notices, forms, instructions, and other materials concerning the election process. This information will be provided in the Native American language to ensure that minority members are effectively informed and represented in the electoral process at the same level as other voters. Employee supervision includes hiring, training oversight, performance assessment, coaching, disciplinary actions, and terminations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide assistance in managing activities related to the conduct of elections under the jurisdiction of the County Clerk and the Native American population of Bernalillo County.
  • Assist in the preparation and tracking of registered voters, absentee voters, election officials, polling places, and voter signature rosters; coordinate voting-related activities with the U.S. Department of Justice and Native American leaders.
  • Review the State Election Code and Federal Voting Rights Act to ensure compliance with procedures. Assist in preparing instructions for election officials and provide the Native American population with support during the electoral process, including information on registration, voting notices, forms, instructions, and more. Coordinate the appointment and training of Native American liaisons; train them in all phases of the electoral process, including qualifications for elective office, election deadlines, election day procedures, and ballot issues such as constitutional amendments.
  • Ensure polling locations are properly staffed and election personnel are adequately trained.
  • Maintain direct contact with state Native American election program representatives to coordinate services and avoid duplication of efforts.
  • Assist in the procurement and distribution of election supplies and equipment as required by the State Election Code and other legislative mandates. Maintain a perpetual inventory of all election supplies, voting machines, parts, and accessories.
  • Ensure voting machine technicians are trained in programming and maintaining the various voting machines used by the County; coordinate ongoing machine maintenance.
  • Assist in programming and sealing all absentee and early voting machines; conduct test elections and ensure ballot box security.
  • Assist in the initial preparation, layout, format, and design of all relevant ballot-related information.
  • Assist in the transportation of voting machines to and from polling places, including managing equipment damage control; ensure warehouse security.
  • Assist in preparing the operational budget for the Bureau of Elections.
  • Interact with public and private groups to disseminate information regarding the election process, as assigned.



*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 


 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Six (6) years of work experience in business/office administration, government, or a related field.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements. 


SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

  • Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
  • Compliance with the County’s safety guidelines.
  • Completion of required FEMA training(s) assigned to the position.



WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Work is primarily performed indoors on flat, hard surfaces in a climate-controlled environment.
  • Subject to outdoor weather conditions during troubleshooting on election day or when addressing voting machine issues.
  • Work is primarily performed independently, with minimal supervision.
  • Use of a County vehicle may be required.



EQUIPMENT, TOOLS AND MATERIALS

  • Equipment typically used includes photocopiers, fax machines, computers, telephones, and calculators.
  • Materials handled include files, forms, reports, other paperwork, and various basic office supplies.
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