Clerk

Kelly Services; Rosemont (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site meals

On-the-job training

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking reliable, detail-oriented Clerical Associates to assist with ballot processing, document verification, and tabulation for a major international labor union election. The short-term project runs Monday, October 5 through Friday, October 9, at $23 per hour and includes on-the-job training on site.

Work is in a structured office setting with supervision by union representatives, candidates, and monitors.

Qualifications

• Prior clerical, data entry, or mailroom experience preferred.
• Comfortable using computers and basic database entry tools.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with manual paperwork.
• Able to follow detailed verbal and written instructions and be punctual.
• Professional communication skills and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Open, sort, 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 and verify batch counts.
• Assist with ballot tabulation beginning October 6.
• Package, box, seal, and catalog materials during final breakdown.
• Maintain chain-of-custody and confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Clerical experience

Data entry

Document processing

Mailroom operations

Customer service

Attention to detail

Instruction following

Punctuality

Communication skills

Teamwork

Tools

Database entry tools

Job description

Clerical Associate

Role Type: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

Candidates must be available for the duration of the project:

• 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

Due to strict election integrity, audit standards, and facility rules, all workers must adhere to the following:

• 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.

Resume not required

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