Deputy Elections Administrator bei Bexar County, TX

About the Department

Position Duties

• Controls and manages the successful completion of Federal, State, contract, and local elections conducted by Bexar County according to the Texas Election Code, which includes holding elections, preparing/printing ballots, preparing/furnishing election equipment and supplies, conducting voting, canvassing election returns, maintaining custody of voted ballots and other election records and filing instruments under Title 15 (Political Disclosure Act), complying with all requirements set forth in the Texas Election Code
• Hires, supervises and evaluates department staff and is responsible for policy development, promotions, discipline, counseling, work assignments and training for the department
• Manages the development and implementation of methods and procedures to ensure the provision of current and accurate voter registration records for all elections
• Develops, presents and promotes election and voter registration education for all citizens of Bexar County;
• Conducts the tabulation function for Bexar County elections and is responsible for the care, maintenance, operation and storage of election tabulation equipment
• Oversees certification and recertification instruction for election judges in cooperation with Bexar County political party representatives
• Reviews and assists in making recommendations to Commissioners Court for voter registration lists, election judge lists and voting precinct boundaries which may involve joint recommendations with Bexar County political party representatives
• Reconciles significant issues dealing with voting and security of voted-ballots and other election records; answers questions and makes official statements regarding voter registration, election returns, election laws, procedures and legislation, for Elected/Appointed Officials, election judges, candidates, the news media and the public
• Acts as a point of contact and coordinator for Justice Department submissions and communications with the Texas Secretary of State
• Administers department operating and capital budgets; developing and authorizing department budgetary submissions approving departmental expenditures
• Negotiates and enters into contracts for election services, subject to prior approval of Commissioners Court, the Auditor’s Office, Planning and Resource Management Department and the Criminal District Attorney’s Office in accordance with statutory requirements
• Develops both short-range and long-range strategic procedural and operational plans including but not limited to designing precinct boundaries and making recommendations regarding election equipment utilized by Bexar County
• Provides staff support for Election Commission meetings and for Commissioners Court actions and orders regarding elections
• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Government, Political Science, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field; and five (5) years management experience, including three (3) years supervisory experience in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience 
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Texas Election Code and Political Disclosure Act; considerable knowledge of election procedures; considerable knowledge of local, State and Federal government operations; good knowledge of budget preparation and administration
• Skill in managing multiple projects simultaneously; skill in supervising administrative staff; skill in organizing and reporting data; skill in communicating effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, co-workers, Department Heads, Elected/Appointed Officials, other government agencies, outside organizations, service providers, the news media and the public
• Upon employment as the Bexar County Deputy Elections Administrator, the incumbent must have and retain the following special requirements in accordance with the Texas Election Code:  must be a qualified Texas Voter, must reside in Bexar County, must post bond as determined by the Elections Administrator.  Restrictions exist on the ability to be a candidate for or hold a public office.  Special rules apply to political contributions
• Must have valid Texas drivers’ license
• Preferred bilingual in English and Spanish
• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance
• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
• Required to work overtime during election preparations
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

• Working conditions are in an office environment
• Occasionally moves items weighing up to 40 pounds
• Occasionally move about the office
• Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Positions self to perform essential functions
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Other Qualifications

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