Elections Administrative Assistant – On call

Oregoncounties; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 17,672 - 25,170; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great work-life balance

Advancement and learning opportunities

Work in a productive, innovative environment

Job summary

Oregoncounties is looking for a motivated individual to participate in the processing of election ballots in preparation for official vote counts. This on-call position is based in Benton County and includes various responsibilities such as reviewing and preparing ballots for vote tabulation and securing election materials.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma and at least 1 year of work experience. The hourly rate for this position is $15.55, offering rewarding work and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1 year of professional work experience.
• Must reside in Benton County.

Responsibilities

• Sort, process and review ballots according to instructions.
• Lift and transport election materials while maintaining security.
• Work as part of a diverse team in a secure environment.

Job description

Job Summary

This position participates in the processing of in-coming and out-going election ballots in preparation for official vote counts. They serve on election boards, including write-in boards, official hand counts, and official recounts. The work hours may vary and could require extended shifts.

Essential Functions

• Election Ballot Processing
  • Serve within a diverse team in a secure setting
  • Sort, process and review ballots in accordance with the instructions provided
  • Separate ballot materials from envelopes and operate related equipment, as needed
  • Review and prepare ballots for vote tabulation and run equipment
• Secure and Transport Election Materials
  • Lift and transport election materials
  • Follow instructions and perform duties within the rules and guidance provided
  • Work without expressing political views while on the job
  • Maintain the security and privacy of each ballot cast

On-Call Position Details

• This is an on-call position not to exceed 1040 hours in a fiscal year.
• This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies or be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 year of professional work experience.
• Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered. Candidates must have at least 6 months of actual work experience to be considered as equivalent.

Special Requirements

• Applicants must reside in Benton County to be considered for this position.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently sitting for long periods of time
• Frequently standing for long periods of time
• Frequently reaching and grasping with fingers and hands
• Regularly lift materials and supplies up to 10 lbs
• Occasionally lift materials and supplies up to 30 lbs
• May involve frequent reaching, grasping, reading, listening and repetitive motions

Your Total Compensation / Benefits

• Hourly salary of $15.55
• Rewarding work in a productive, innovative, and creative environment
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service
• A great work-life balance
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with Benton County
• Live, work, and play in Corvallis, Oregon

Contact

Questions regarding this position can be directed to Jo Missler, Records & Elections Deputy Director.

Benton County Records & Elections

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]