Position Description

Salary Grade: 16
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $73,189 - $87,827 Annually
Full Range: $73,189 - 102,465 Annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
Manages and oversees the operational aspects of the election operations and infrastructure, focusing on voting equipment, e-poll books, and inventory management systems. The position collaborates closely with political parties and high-ranking officials to ensure smooth and efficient election processes.
This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.

Duties/Responsibilities

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.

• Under the general direction of the Deputy Director, oversees the technology and warehouse divisions;
• Develops program goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, and establishes short and long-range program performance planssubject to management review;
• Manages and administers program activities, and evaluates program effectiveness and success;
• Manages activities of staff and evaluates their performance;
• Works with the compliance officer to ensure programs comply with all statutory and regulatory requirements;
• Assists in developing the program's annual budget, prepares program-related financial forecasts, and identifies funding sourcesto support program activities;
• Prepares presentations and represents the department at Board of Supervisors meetings, Election Integrity Commissionmeetings, and other group meetings;
• Develops and maintains a database to track and manage political party observers;
• Manages all political party observers during the election cycle;
• Evaluates work processes and recommends procedural changes to leadership;
• Recommends and coordinates seasonal staffing for the divisions;
• Provides bi-weekly reporting to leadership;
• May assist with the preparation and submission of proposals and grant applications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with voting equipment and e-poll books.
• Experience with online inventory systems.
• Experience working with political parties and other high-ranking officials.
• Minimum four (4) years experience working in a management position.
• Minimum four (4) years experience working in an elections office.

Supplemental Information

Licenses and Certificates: Valid driver license is required at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment. The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures. Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination. Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record. Must be a registered voter at the time of appointment. Must obtain State of Arizona, Election Officer Certification at the earliest opportunity, after appointment, afforded by the training schedule set forth by the Arizona Secretary of State in compliance with ARS 16-407.
Special Notice Items: The County requires pre-employment background checks. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history. A prior criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment with the County.
Physical/Sensory Requirements: Physical and sensory abilities will be determined by position. Office settling 5 days a week. Overtime as needed.
EEO Information: Pima County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce and will not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, kinship, political interest, or any other characteristic protected by law.