Elections Deputy Director

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

18h • Onsite

About The Position

At the Pima County Elections Department, you’ll do more than administer elections—you’ll help ensure every eligible voter has a fair, safe, and accessible opportunity to make their voice heard. As the Deputy Elections Director, you’ll join a team grounded in integrity, transparency, and exceptional customer service, with work that directly supports the democratic process and strengthens public trust. Our office is continually looking toward the future, embracing technology, innovation, and new ideas to improve the way elections are conducted. You’ll have the opportunity to think creatively, tackle complex challenges, and develop meaningful ways to educate and engage the public about the voting process. Bring your ideas. Serve your community. Strengthen democracy. This classification is in unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in political science, business or public administration, or a related field as determined by the Elections Director or Designee at the time of recruitment AND five years of professional experience which INCLUDES three years of experience conducting governmental elections AND two years of management or supervisory experience.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
• Valid driver license is at time of application. Valid AZ driver license is 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.
• Failure to obtain / maintain the required licensure shall be grounds for termination.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with/knowledge of Tenex ePollbooks or other electronic voting systems.
• Experience with/knowledge of Election System and Software (ES&S/ESS) voting equipment.
• Experience creating and conducting training classes.
• Experience conducting an election at the County level.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience reading and interpreting election laws.

Responsibilities

• Directs the development and implementation of County-wide election policies and procedures;
• Directs the implementation of department plans and programs, reviews the effectiveness of election initiatives, identifies operational problems, and develops solutions to improve results and service delivery.
• Manages subordinate managerial and supervisory staff;
• Leads and directs special County-wide operational and organizational studies and projects;
• Prepares and directs the preparation of various written correspondence, reports, etc.;
• Represents the Elections Department in high-level meetings with County management, the Board of Supervisors, outside agencies, and the community;
• Directs the overall preparation and administration of the department budget and fiscal matters;
• Plans, develops and implements staff training programs;
• Directs the scheduling, preparation and conduct of all jurisdictional, special, primary and general elections;
• Reviews the preparation, translation and printing of election ballots and related materials;
• Reviews and analyzes proposed state and federal legislation for potential impact on election processes and provides recommendations;
• Keeps informed of current issues, best practices, and trends in elections to ensure efficient and effective County operations;
• Makes presentations before the Board, County Management, and other departments;
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with other County departments;
• Acts in the director's absence.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager