ELECTION PROGRAMS COORDINATOR

Full Job Description

EXAM NUMBER:

E1126G

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

We welcome applications from anyone.

FILING PERIOD:

The application filing period will begin on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT). – Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates

REBULLETIN INFORMATION

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS BEING REPOSTED TO REOPEN THE FILING PERIOD, AND REVISE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE.

Take the Next Step in Your Career with One of the Nation’s Top Employers!

With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation.

As the largest employer in Southern California, over 112,000 employees in more than 36 departments, we provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.

At the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC), our mission is to serve the County of Los Angeles with fair, accessible, and transparent records management and election services. We take pride in fostering a workplace culture built on accountability, professionalism, integrity, respect, and equity.

Now is your chance to be part of a dynamic team of dedicated professionals—apply today and make a difference!

OUT-OF-CLASS:

No Out-of-Class experience will be accepted for this examination.

WITHHOLDS:

No Withhold will be allowed. Required experience must be fully met at the time of filing, and clearly indicated on the application.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Election Programs Coordinator works under the supervision of an Assistant Division Manager, Programs, Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk position or higher and are responsible for overseeing and coordinating a variety of election programs by developing and implementing systems and procedures according to program mandates; ensuring conformance with legal and legislative amendments on elections processes, and resolving technical and administrative program problems related, but not limited to, legislation, intergovernmental affairs, language services, accessibility access to services, campaign finance, voter registration and list management, petition signature verification, provisional ballot processing, election worker recruitment, etc.

Incumbents must exercise a good working knowledge of departmental and unit functions and operations, judgement and discretion in the compilation and use of confidential and sensitive information, and the ability to write and speak effectively.

Requirements

WHAT DOES AN ELECTION PROGRAMS COORDINATOR DO?

Oversees the activities of a unit to ensure all election related processes meet the expectations of the department with minimal supervision.

Takes the lead on crafting and applying procedures and guidelines for the department. Also ensures alignment with policy and program goals.

Conducts research and analyzes data regarding voter trends, service delivery, election results and other related statistics to prepare reports to provide to management and external stakeholders.

Coordinates the department's legislative agenda which includes tracking state and federal legislation and policies, conducting analysis, and developing legislative/policy proposals.

Performs liaison services for the department which includes serving as the primary point of contact with the Board of Supervisors, the California Secretary of State's Office, external stakeholders and responding to constituent issues.

Oversees and coordinates the department's language services and accessibility programs to ensure compliance with all relevant policies, laws, and regulations.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY

Option I: Three (3) years of experience in staff capacity* analyzing and making recommendations for the solution of problems involving organization, procedure, program, budget, or personnel in election programs, the public sector, or other government programs.

Option II: One (1) year of experience at the level of Head, Election and Document Processing Services**.

LICENSE:
A valid California Class “C” Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS:

Physical Class 2 – Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

VETERAN’S CREDIT

If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veteran’s credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score.

We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review, so please include that with your application or email it to the exam analyst Tania Castaneda at rrccexams@rrcc.lacounty.gov as soon as possible so, if you are eligible for veteran’s credit, we can include it before the list is available.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

*Staff Capacity is defined as work experience within an organization providing program and administrative support to management.

Work includes assisting and supporting administration by conducting research, analysis, and making recommendations to managers on matters such as: utilization of personnel; allocation of funds; workload and workload fluctuations; legislative analyses; and program and procedures for accomplishing objectives.

** Experience at the level of Los Angeles County class of Head, Election and Document Processing Services (1205) is defined as experience in planning, directing, and supervising the activities of a unit performing election, recording or document processing.

You may still qualify even if your job title does not exactly match those listed.

What matters is whether your experience is at a comparable level — meaning your role includes similar responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and functions within a similar organizational structure.

Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it meets the required level.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT:

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE (T&E) EVALUATION: This examination will consist of an evaluation of the training, experience, and education you list on a questionnaire and assign a score based on a standardized scoring system. This part of the assessment is worth 100% of your score.

Additional points will be awarded to qualified applicants who demonstrate any of the Desirable Qualifications in their responses provided on the Supplemental Questionnaire.

ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION: Applicants who passed the assessment with a score of 70% or higher are placed on an eligible register for a period of six (6) months.

Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the register accordingly.

We will use this register to fill vacancies in the Department of Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk as they occur. Appointees may be required to work any shift, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, position/payroll title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made.

Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment.

Copying verbiage from the requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements.

Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

PASSING THIS EXAMINATION AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT.

SOCIAL SECURITY INFORMATION:

Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORDS:

All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:

For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States.

RR/CC is committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race.

We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

DEPARTMENT CONTACT NAME: Tania Castaneda

DEPARTMENT CONTACT PHONE: (562) 462-2291

DEPARTMENT CONTACT EMAIL: RRCCExams@rrcc.lacounty.gov

CALIFORNIA RELAY SERVICES PHONE: 800-735-2922

TELETYPE PHONE: 800-899-4099

ALTERNATE TTY PHONE: 800-897-0077