Elections Surveyor I - Grade 08

Under the supervision of the Elections Administrator and the Elections Surveyor II, assists in coordinating all the logistical activities for obtaining and equipping the county's voting equipment and supplies that are located at the Elections Warehouse, and assists in assuring that all polling sites for early voting and election day are in compliance with the Americans with Disability ACT (ADA) and Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA). Assists in the preparation of various reports and checklists prior to elections, during elections and post elections that are to be submitted to the Elections Department, District Attorney's Office and the Department of Justice within a time frame as per the Settlement Agreement with the DOJ. Attends specialized elections trainings with the DOJ and the Disability Rights of Texas to remain current with election laws and procedures, especially in ADA compliance. Assists in the creation of modules and head such training of modules to all Election Employees and all Poll Workers in all compliant and non-compliant Federal requirements. Daily during the election cycles, obtain and audit polling places for ADA compliance and coordinate activities with polling place management. Create temporary ADA compliant measures at polling locations as required. Assists in the testing and maintenance of all voting equipment and supplies, following Federal requirements; arranging for delivery and pickup such Early Voting and Election Day supplies to polling places and/or jurisdictions. Inventory and assist in ordering warehouse supplies to ensure the Elections Department and polling sites are properly equipped on Election Day. Document retention and destruction of election records. Maintain Election Warehouse, Election Training Annex, and Election Department in compliance in Safety and Emergency Management requirements. Performs other job related duties as assigned. Two academic years from an accredited college or university Two (2) years of related experience may be substituted for one (1) year of education Professional level experience to include administration of elections; project planning, prioritizing and scheduling is preferred. Must be able to learn extensive Election laws and Federal laws and procedures, especially in regards to ADA compliance. Must have extensive knowledge of Election Equipment.

Certificates, Licenses and Registration:

Must be a registered voter of Hidalgo County. May be required to submit to a DPS Computerized Criminal History Verification. Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license. Must be able to be insured by the County's insurance carrier. Courtesy, Tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job. Work involves personal contact with others inside and/or outside the county for the purposes of giving or obtaining information, building relationships, making reports, and soliciting cooperation. Must be able to communicate effectively and respectfully with the staff and the public. Must be able to work under stressful and demanding conditions. Strict Confidentiality required.

Additional Duties:

During elections, must be available to work extended hours and/or weekends when necessary. Must be able to work under stressful and demanding conditions. May be assigned other duties in addition to those listed.