Elections Coordinator - ADA Compliance

Williamson County; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Williamson County is seeking an Elections Polling Location Coordinator to identify and reserve polling sites, ensure ADA compliance, and align locations with the Texas Election Code for early voting and Election Day.

You will use GIS to locate sites, maintain polling location databases, coordinate with election officials, and prepare reports detailing findings and remediation steps.

Qualifications

• Associate degree and one year coordinating experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of ADA compliance and Texas Election Code

Responsibilities

• Oversees surveying of potential polling sites.
• Collaborates with staff to secure polling locations.
• Coordinates and reserves polling locations for early voting and Election Day in compliance with SB 924.
• Maintains polling location databases and management systems.
• Serves as primary contact for polling locations and election judges.
• Communicates with poll workers and the public by phone, email, and in person.

Skills

ADA compliance

Communication

Coordination

Education

Associate degree in Government/Public Administration/Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Reporting directly to the Field Supervisor, responsible for identifying and reserving polling sites, including ensuring locations are in compliance with the American with Disability Act (ADA). Ensures polling locations follow the Texas Election Code for early voting and election day. Creates reports detailing all findings and suggested remediation measures. ADA surveys will include measurements of both indoor and outdoor aspects of a polling location.

• Oversees the surveying of potential election polling sites
• Collaborates with other department staff to secure polling locations
• Collaborates with election parties, elected officials, and state entities on compliance with placement of election polling locations
• Utilizes Geographical Information Systems (GIS) software to identify and locate polling locations within Williamson County
• Conducts analysis to ensure polling locations are ADA compliant
• Maintains and updates polling location databases and management systems
• Serves as primary contact for potential polling locations
• Processes and maintains polling location rental agreements
• Creates and maintains polling locations contact sheets
• Collaborates with the Operations Supervisor to schedule logistical and equipment deliveries
• Coordinates and reserves various polling locations for early voting and Election Day in compliance with SB 924
• Conducts analysis and research to determine the number of polling locations needed to accommodate election participation
• Collaborates with leadership on determining election equipment, and furniture needs for polling locations
• Prepares and tracks various financial documents associated with reservations, recruitment, and polling location costs
• Develops marketing and communication materials for polling locations
• Serves as a primary contact for the election Judge’s hotline and assists with complex issues from elections judges and staff
• Cross-trains with office staff in other areas to ensure continuity of departmental operations
• Communicates frequently via telephone, e-mail, and in person with poll workers and the general public
• Monitors multiple departmental email accounts relating to polling locations
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to – Field Supervisor
• Direct Reports – No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, bending, heavy lifting, and operating equipment
• Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
• May be required to perform some work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, wet conditions)
• Regular travel between work sites as required

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
• Regular attendance is required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

• Associate degree in in Government, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field and one (1) year of coordinating experience including recruiting and onboarding; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of ADA compliance and Texas Election Code

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

• Valid driver’s license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Two (2) years of election worker recruiting and polling location scouting experience
• Prior experience working in Elections and/or public-sector environment
• Knowledge of mapping software
• Registered Election Official (REO) Certification within two (2) years of employment
• Certified Elections Registration Administrator (CERA) Certification within five (5) years of employment

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: No
• Drug screening: No
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: N/A

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.