Prior to serving as
State Auditor, Martinez worked as a staffer in the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department and State Auditor's Office. Elected as
New Mexico State Auditor in 1999, Martinez succeeded
Robert E. Vigil, who was elected
New Mexico State Treasurer before being indicted on corruption charges. Martinez served as State Auditor until 2006. After leaving office, he served as Santa Fe County Assessor until 2013. In 2013, Martinez announced his candidacy to again serve as
New Mexico State Auditor, but later dropped out of the race, citing health concerns. == Private life ==