Recorder Outreach Coordinator

at NAVAJO COUNTY GOVERNMENT in HOLBROOK, Arizona, United States

Job Description

Summary

Under general supervision, performs administrative work of routine difficulty to assist with minority voter information and programs; performs related work as assigned.

Essential Job Functions

(Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics.  This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)
 

• Assists with and implements minority language information programs and registration.
• Assists with recruitment and training of poll workers and deputy registrars.
• Arrange facilities for elections.
• Assists Election Director in the administration and supervision of all elections.
• Travels to poll sites to assist with voting process; must be available to work irregular hours, weekends, holidays and evenings during election cycles.
• Coordinates outreach efforts with minority community groups, leaders and others.
• Educates citizens of the County regarding the election process.
• Provides information regarding voting in the Navajo, Hopi or Apache language.
• Troubleshoots and remove barriers to voting for Native Americans.
• Translates written election materials.
• Performs duties to ensure compliance with Sections 2 and 4 of the Voting Rights Act.
• Attend community meetings and makes public presentations.
• Produces election public service announcements for the media.
• Produces reports on voter outreach activities and results.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures governing elections and retentions and disposition of election records and materials.  Knowledge of voter registration procedures.
• Knowledge of Navajo, Hopi or Apache cultures.
• Knowledge of County government procedures and policies.
• Knowledge of methods and practices of public and media relations

• Skill in writing, speaking and translating Navajo, Hopi or Apache languages.
• Skill in using office equipment including computers.
• Skill in effectively communicating verbally and in writing.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.

Desirable Qualifications

High School Diploma or G.E.D. AND three years’ experience in clerical work; prior work experience in a government setting preferred; elections position requires a valid driver’s license and Elections Officer Certification