Nevada County Registrar of Voters

Salud-Ambriz’s Mission

As Registrar of Voters, my mission is founded on trust, transparency, and community connection. Elections are not only the cornerstone of our democracy but also a reflection of the people we serve. My commitment is to ensure that every Nevadan, regardless of background, language, or circumstance, has equitable access to participate in the electoral process with confidence.

Through innovation, collaboration, and integrity, our office will continue to safeguard democracy while strengthening civic engagement and public trust across every corner of Nevada County.

Salud-Ambriz’s Background

Armando Salud-Ambriz brings more than 16 years of experience in election administration and public service to Nevada County. A dynamic and accomplished leader in the field, his career in election administration began at the California Secretary of State’s Office in 2009. In 2014 joined the Sacramento County Elections Office, where he gained a comprehensive understanding of local election operations. Armando then advanced to Yolo County in 2017, where his proven record of success led him to become Deputy of Elections, overseeing major vote center operations, voter education initiatives, and bilingual ballot access programs recognized across the state.

A proud first-generation professional who became a United States citizen in 2015, Armando was born in San Miguel Tecacho, Michoacán, Mexico, and raised in Colusa County, California. Growing up in a family of orchard laborers, he learned early the values of hard work, perseverance, and community.

He earned his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from California State University, Sacramento in 2014, and his Master of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, where he was selected as class speaker representing a Centennial Class of 2024.

Armando is a Registered Elections Official (REO) through the California Association of Clerks and Election Officials (CACEO), a Certified Elections/Registration Administrator (CERA) through the National Election Center, and a Credentialed California County Senior Executive through the California State Association of Counties (CSAC).

He has served on numerous national and state committees, including the Election Center Professional Education Program Board, the National Voter Registration Day Steering Committee, and the State Language Accessibility Advisory Committee since its inception.

Armando’s leadership and contributions have been recognized with multiple honors, including:

• The Sacramento State Latinx Alumni Association – Trailblazer Éxito Latinx Award
• The American Society of Public Administration – Sacramento Rising Star Award
• The Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce – Inaugural Light of Hope Award
• The Sacramento Bee’s Equity Lab – Top 20 Latino Change Maker Award

He is a Senior Fellow from the Creciente Latinx Leadership program, a Senior Fellow from the New Leaders Council Leadership Program, a Founding Board member of the Greater Sacramento Chapter of the Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA), an Associate Director for a regional Federal Credit Union and was the youngest person ever elected and to serve as President of the Yolo County Board of Education.

About the Registrar of Voters Office

The Nevada County Registrar of Voters Office exists to protect and promote one of our most fundamental rights, the right to vote. We are dedicated to ensuring that every ballot is counted accurately, every voter has access to clear and reliable information, and every election is conducted with integrity, transparency, and professionalism.

As Nevada County Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters, I am deeply honored to serve the people of this beautiful community. My promise is to lead with openness, accountability, and a spirit of service that reflects the trust our community places in us.

Whether you are registering to vote for the first time, updating your information, or simply seeking to better understand how elections work, our office is here to help.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions, feedback, or ideas on how we can continue building a stronger, more inclusive democracy, together.