Overview
Work History
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Jessica Martin

Yuma,AZ

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elections Coordinator

Yuma County
Yuma, AZ
07.2023 - Current

Election Planning & Coordination

  • Assist in the planning, organizing, and coordination of all election-related activities, ensuring timely and accurate execution of tasks.
  • Draft and submit reports with strategies to streamline election processes, ensuring a high level of service delivery.
  • Maintain and mail or transport predetermined test results to the Arizona Secretary of State.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

  • Regularly interact via email or telephone calls with elected officials, candidates, state election officers, and the general public to provide updates, answer inquiries, and address concerns.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders to foster collaboration and transparency.
  • Track candidate files. Ensuring they are in compliance with the records retention schedule.

Training & Supervision

  • Recruite, develop, and schedule training courses for election workers, ensuring they are well-prepared and knowledgeable about election procedures, equipment, and compliance requirements.
  • Create and maintain a comprehensive secondary training course using an online learning platform, ensuring content accuracy, accessibility, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Provide technical support for the training courses online.
  • Supervise a diverse group of election workers for each election cycle, ensuring all staff are well-prepared and knowledgeable.
  • Develop training curricula and materials related to election procedures, voting equipment, and compliance with election laws.
  • Evaluate and document the performance of election workers and provide ongoing guidance and support as needed.

Payroll & Administrative Tasks

  • Track election worker's payroll hours.
  • Verify and process payroll for election workers in a timely and accurate manner, utilizing Oracle or other relevant systems.
  • Process requisitions and manage the logistical needs of the election office.

Election Projects & Special Assignments

  • Coordinate special election projects and initiatives, ensuring all deliverables are met on schedule and within budget.
  • Assist in the administration of all elections, providing support to the Elections Director and other team members as required.

Data Management & Reporting

  • Collect, compile, and analyze statistical data related to elections, providing detailed reports and recommendations to improve future processes.
  • Maintain accurate records of candidate campaign finances in accordance with established laws and regulations.

Budget & Expenditure Oversight

  • Assist in the preparation and monitoring of the election office budget, ensuring proper expenditure control and cost-effective operations.

Public Relations & Communication

  • Create and deliver public presentations to inform the community about election procedures, voting options, and upcoming events.
  • Support public outreach efforts to increase voter engagement and awareness

Ballot Creation & Proofing

  • Assist in the creation of ballots, ensuring accuracy in ballot styles and content.
  • Review and proof all ballot proofs, work with candidates and jurisdictions to confirm ballot information, and collaborate with translators to ensure accurate translations.

Ballot Tabulation & Early Voting

  • Assist in configuring DS450 scanners for ballot tabulation, ensuring all equipment is properly set up and tested.
  • Support the Early Board in receiving, counting, and preparing early ballots for tabulation.

Election Night Operations & Audit Oversight

  • Oversee the Receiving Board on Election Night to ensure timely receipt of election materials and the smooth transfer of ballots.
  • Supervise the Hand Count Boards during post-election audits, ensuring accuracy in the audit process and preparing related reports for the canvass.

Post-Election Duties & Compliance

  • Complete necessary documentation and reports related to the election canvass and post-election audits, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Manage case files related to election disputes, candidate filings, and other matters requiring attention.
  • Salary: $55,000

Elections Systems Specialist

Yuma County
Yuma, AZ
03.2020 - 07.2023

Ballot Processing & Election Coordination

  • Coordinated and maintained all ballot processing boards for elections, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with election laws.
  • Conducted research, analysis, and interpretation of Arizona Revised Statutes and the Secretary of State's Procedures Manual to resolve issues, ensure compliance, and problem-solve during election processes.
  • Assisted in programming and managing election management software systems, providing technical support to users and troubleshooting issues to ensure system performance.

Voter & Stakeholder Support

  • Interacted regularly with elected officials, candidates, voters, and the public, addressing inquiries, providing assistance, and ensuring access to accurate and timely election-related information.
  • Managed vote center agreements, facilitated facility reservations, and coordinated with points of contact at each center to ensure the proper delivery, setup, and pick-up of voting equipment.
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  • Ensured compliance with accessibility standards by creating and implementing standard operating procedures for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines at all vote center.

Inventory & Equipment Management

  • Maintained an up-to-date inventory of all election equipment, computer systems, and peripherals, ensuring accurate records and availability of resources.
  • Set up, tested, and ensured the functionality of election-related technology, including voting equipment and system updates.
  • Analyzed and resolved performance issues related to election systems, providing troubleshooting and follow-up to ensure systems operated smoothly.

Staff Coordination & Training

  • Assisted in managing payroll procedures for Election Day workers, ensuring accurate documentation and timely processing.
  • Coordinated the training and updates of election staff on new policies, procedures, and equipment.
  • Developed and updated policies and procedures for election workers, ensuring all staff followed the correct protocols for compliance and safety.
  • Salary $45,000

Elections Specialist

Yuma County
Yuma
03.2020 - 11.2020
  • Voting Equipment Management: Oversaw the programming, testing, and maintenance of voting equipment, ensuring compliance with Arizona Secretary of State procedures and Arizona Revised Statutes.
  • Database Programming: Programmed and uploaded election databases into voting equipment, ensuring accuracy and functionality during elections.
  • Quality Assurance & Testing: Conducted rigorous testing of all voting devices and systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with legal and procedural standards.
  • Standard Operating Procedures: Developed, updated, and maintained standard operating procedures for the programming, testing, and operation of all election equipment.
  • Technical Support: Provided on-site technical assistance to poll workers, ensuring smooth operation of voting equipment and troubleshooting any issues.
  • Election Equipment Deployment: Managed the logistics for the deployment, setup, and retrieval of voting equipment and supplies to and from vote centers, ensuring compliance with office procedures and statutory requirements.
  • Facility Coordination: Managed vote center agreements, reserved facilities, and coordinated with center contacts for equipment delivery and pickup.
  • Collaboration & Communication: Maintained open communication with elected officials, candidates, the public, and equipment vendors, addressing any issues and providing timely updates.
  • Staff Supervision & Training: Recruited, trained, and supervised temporary employees assisting with election equipment, ensuring staff were well-prepared for election day operations.
  • Inventory & Resource Management: Created and maintained spreadsheets for tracking consumable supplies and equipment inventory for each election cycle.
  • Ballot Processing & Participation: Contributed to the processing of election ballots, ensuring all procedures were followed accurately and efficiently.Salary: $32,500

Administrative Liaison for US Marshals Service

Core Civic
Yuma, AZ
08.2019 - 03.2020

Data Management & Reporting

  • Compiled, inputted, and extracted electronic data for various statistical reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance using computerized systems and spreadsheets.

Schedule Coordination

  • Created and distributed daily court schedules, resolving discrepancies efficiently and ensuring proper communication with all involved parties.

Inmate Release Management

  • Calculated and processed projected inmate release dates based on judicial judgments, coordinating daily inmate custody releases to maintain smooth operations.
  • Salary $30,000

Shift Supervisor

Starbucks
05.2014 - 08.2019

Operations Management

  • Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring smooth execution during scheduled shifts, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and staff coordination.

Cash Handling & Security

  • Responsible for cash handling, safe verification, and daily deposits, maintaining a secure environment to ensure the safety of all team members and store assets.

Workforce Management

  • Managed employee scheduling, including approving time, and utilized tools like the Labor Scheduling Report, Labor Scheduling Tool, and Labor Tracking Tool to optimize staffing and labor costs.

Team Leadership & Training

  • Led, trained, and motivated team members to adhere to company standards for product merchandising, stocking, and customer service. Ensured staff followed cash handling protocols and recipe accuracy.

Product Quality & Customer Service

  • Delivered consistent, high-quality beverages, food items, and customer service, adhering to Starbucks' recipe, presentation standards, and health/safety guidelines.

Compliance & Standards

  • Ensured all operations adhered to Starbucks’ operational policies, health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, maintaining store cleanliness and product safety at all times.

Inventory & Merchandising

  • Directed the stocking, storing, and distribution of products and marketing materials, ensuring timely availability and proper product presentation on the floor.

Attendance & Punctuality

  • Maintained regular and consistent attendance, ensuring timely opening and closing of the store and a reliable shift schedule.

Health & Safety Compliance

  • Followed and enforced health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, ensuring all products and operations met Starbucks' high standards.Salary $22,450

Education

Bachelors in Arts of Educational Studies -

Arizona State University
12.2020

Associates’ Degree in General Arts -

Arizona Western College
05.2014

Skills

  • Organizational Skills
  • Interpersonal & Client Relation Skills
  • Effective Communication
  • Administrative & Document Skills
  • Technology Proficienct
  • Time Management & Prioritization Skills
  • Leadership & Supervision
  • Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
  • Budge Mangement

References

Former Supervisor

Tiffany Anderson - Yuma County Facilities Management Director 

619-818-1064

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Kendall Klein

928-246-2398

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Claudia Rodriquez

480-259-5278

Certification

  • Arizona State Certified Elections Officer
  • 10-hours of OSHA General Industry Safety and Health training
  • Associate for Talent Development - Training and Facilitation Certificate
  • Level 1, 2, and 3 of Excel Course

Timeline

Elections Coordinator

Yuma County
07.2023 - Current

Elections Systems Specialist

Yuma County
03.2020 - 07.2023

Elections Specialist

Yuma County
03.2020 - 11.2020

Administrative Liaison for US Marshals Service

Core Civic
08.2019 - 03.2020

Shift Supervisor

Starbucks
05.2014 - 08.2019

Bachelors in Arts of Educational Studies -

Arizona State University

Associates’ Degree in General Arts -

Arizona Western College
Jessica Martin