Clerk

Kelly; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catered lunch provided on site

On-the-job training

Job summary

Kelly is seeking reliable Clerical Associates to assist with ballot processing, document verification, and tabulation for a major union election. The role offers on-site work in a controlled office setting with on-the-job training provided by experienced staff.

You will handle envelopes and ballots, verify data, and support tabulation efforts on the specified dates. This short-term assignment emphasizes accuracy, punctuality, and team collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Prior clerical or data-entry experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy in manual paperwork.
• Able to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
• Punctual and dependable for all project days.

Responsibilities

• Open, sort, and inspect envelopes and returned election materials.
• Extract, review, and prepare paper ballots for processing.
• Scan documents and enter verified election data into computer systems.
• Check voter eligibility, cross-reference rosters, and verify batch counts.
• Assist with official ballot tabulation beginning October 6.
• Package, box, seal, and catalog materials during final breakdown on October 9.

Skills

Clerical work

Data entry

Document processing

Mailroom operations

Customer service

Tools

Basic computer/database entry

Job description

Clerical Associate

Short-Term Project Assignment

Project Dates

Monday, October 5 – Friday, October 9

Pay

$23/hr

Kelly® is seeking reliable, detail-oriented Clerical Associates to assist with ballot processing, document verification, and tabulation for a major international labor union election.

You will work in an organized, collaborative office setting under direct supervision, with union representatives, candidates, and independent election monitors on site. Paid on-the-job training is provided.

Project Schedule & Shift Options

• Monday, October 5: Paid project orientation & training (~4 hours; exact start time TBD)
• Tuesday, October 6 – Thursday, October 8: Main processing days (choose one shift):
  • 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • 2nd Shift: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM (Midnight)
• Friday, October 9: Finalization, material breakdown, and project closeout

Meals

• Catered lunch provided on site Tuesday, October 6 – Thursday, October 8.

Key Responsibilities

• Open, sort, and inspect envelopes and returned election materials.
• Extract, review, and prepare paper ballots for processing.
• Scan documents and enter verified election data into computer systems.
• Check voter eligibility, cross-reference rosters, and verify batch counts.
• Assist with official ballot tabulation beginning October 6.
• Package, box, seal, and catalog materials during final breakdown on October 9.
• Maintain strict chain-of-custody, accuracy, and operational confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in clerical work, data entry, document processing, mailroom operations, or customer service preferred.
• Comfortable using computers and basic database entry tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with manual paperwork.
• Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
• Punctual, dependable, and committed to working all assigned project days.
• Professional communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Non-Negotiable Site Guidelines

• Strictly Smoke-Free & Vape-Free: The entire facility and property are 100% smoke-free. Candidates must be able to complete their full shift without tobacco or vape breaks.
• Strict Cell Phone Prohibition: Personal cell phones and recording devices are strictly prohibited on the production/work floor. Secure storage areas are provided for personal belongings.
• Clean Floor Policy: Absolutely no food, candy, or beverages (including bottled water) are permitted on the active production floor.
• Pet-Friendly Facility: Two friendly, leashed dogs are present on site.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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About Kelly

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