Meet Amy Rolfes

Amy Rolfes serves as the elected St. Joseph County Circuit Court Clerk, where she has been recognized statewide and nationally for her leadership in modernizing elections, improving voter access, and strengthening public trust in the democratic process.

Originally from Ann Arbor, Michigan, Amy earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Education from the University of Michigan. Her career spans decades of public service, nonprofit leadership, and small business ownership. Before moving to Indiana, Amy led one of Michigan’s first employer-sponsored childcare centers through a groundbreaking infant care licensing process and served as Executive Director of the Family Learning Institute, managing more than 200 students and volunteers weekly. She also spent time overseas in South Africa as Director of Children’s Programs at an orphanage, coordinating with government agencies, educators, and social workers to improve the lives of vulnerable youth.

Since taking office in St. Joseph County, Amy has delivered major reforms and earned recognition for her dedication to accessible, secure, and transparent elections:

  • 2024 Honorable Mention Award for Elections 101, celebrating innovation in election administration

  • Created a video series Voting 101 to inform the public of the voting process

  • Successfully identified potential petition fraud, passed a Post-Election Audit with the highest rating possible, and participated in the national #Protect2024 election integrity series

  • Launched Satellite Vote Centers, enhanced election worker training, and improved Election Day logistics through strategic scheduling and professional standards

  • Appeared on Politically Speaking to discuss ongoing election reforms and built a strong voter education presence on social media

  • Led Work the Vote 2024, a countywide initiative to increase civic engagement and volunteerism

Amy has also secured critical funding through HAVA (Help America Vote Act) Election Security Grants and a grant through the U.S. Election Assistance Commission.

Her leadership extends beyond the ballot box. Amy successfully merged the Voter Registration Department with the Clerk’s Office, improving efficiency and communication. She also completed the Certification in Election Administration, Technology and Security (CEATS) at Ball State University and was selected to join Indiana’s Secretary of State on an international election observation trip to Guatemala, representing Indiana in global election integrity efforts.

Amy is proud to call South Bend home, where she continues to serve with energy, vision, and a deep commitment to public trust. A mother and grandmother with family from Chicago to Connecticut, Amy believes in building a community where every voice matters and every vote counts. Amy Rolfes is soliciting your continued support, whether through voting, volunteering, or a donation to the campaign. Your contributions will enable us to disseminate the campaign’s message and ensure Amy’s re-election.

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A Proven Leader for St. Joseph County

As St. Joseph County Circuit Court Clerk, Amy Rolfes has transformed the local election landscape through bold leadership and nationally recognized reforms.

She earned statewide honors for Elections 101 and launched Work the Vote 2024 to boost civic engagement.

Under her watch, the Clerk’s Office passed an independent audit with top marks and took part in the national #Protect2024 integrity campaign.

Amy Rolfes secured major federal grants to enhance election security, merged voter registration operations to streamline services, and was chosen to represent Indiana on an international election mission—demonstrating both local impact and global leadership.

  • Honorable Mention Award from the US Elections Assistance Commission for Elections 101 (2024), recognized for innovation in election administration

  • Led Work the Vote 2024, a countywide initiative to increase civic engagement and poll worker recruitment

  • Appeared on Politically Speaking to highlight local election improvements

  • Enhanced Vote Center worker training and implemented strategic shift scheduling

  • Launched Satellite Vote Centers & improved Election Day logistics

  • Passed a Voting System Technical Oversight Program VSTOP audit with the highest rating

  • Prevented signature fraud during the 2024 Primary Election

  • Upgraded ballot room security and developed a new secure storage facility

  • Merged Voter Registration with the Clerk’s Office for better service and communication

  • Graduate of Ball State’s Certification in Election Administration, Technology and Security. (CEATS)