DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in managing all activities related to elections under the jurisdiction of the County Clerk.
- Review the State Election Code and Federal Voting Rights Act to ensure County compliance; assist in preparing procedural instructions for election officials.
- Ensure polling locations are fully staffed and election personnel are adequately trained.
- Assist in tracking registered voters, absentee voters, election officials, polling locations, and voter signature rosters.
- 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 maintenance; coordinate ongoing maintenance of all machines.
- Assist in programming and sealing absentee and early voting machines; conduct test elections and ensure ballot box security.
- Assist in preparing the layout, format, and design of all relevant ballot-related materials.
- Assist in transporting voting machines to and from polling places, including managing damage control. Maintain warehouse security.
- Assist in preparing the Bureau of Elections budget for operational expenditures.
- Interact with public and private groups to disseminate election-related information, 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.
- Seven (7) years of work experience in business or office administration, government, or a related field.
- One (1) year in a supervisory or managerial role.
*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
- Employee must successfully complete a post-offer medical examination and background investigation.
- Employee must comply with all County safety guidelines.
- Employee must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico driver’s license throughout employment.
- Employee must complete all required FEMA training(s) as assigned to the position.
- Employee must complete required supervisor training, if applicable.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Primary work is performed indoors on a flat, hard surface in a climate-controlled environment. Occasional outdoor work may be required, particularly during election day troubleshooting or when addressing voting machine issues.
- Duties are performed primarily independently with minimal supervision.
- A County vehicle may be used as needed.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS
- Common equipment includes photocopiers, fax machines, computers, telephones, and calculators.
- Materials handled include files, forms, reports, general paperwork, and a wide range of standard office supplies.