Pre-Tabulation Ballot Processor I

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa County Elections is seeking a Temporary Pre-Tabulation Ballot Processor I to assist with pre-tabulation of incoming early ballots. You will work as part of a bi-partisan team to accurately prepare ballots for counting at the Ballot Tabulation Center.

The role is seasonal, requires a high school diploma or GED, basic calculator skills, and demonstrated office experience. Overtime is mandatory during election cycles and background screening is required prior to hire.

Qualifications

• Experience utilizing a calculator or similar device.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Follows detailed step-by-step instructions to ensure work is auditable and process compliant.
• Verifies that both the physical count of ballots and affidavits being processed are in balance and correspond to the written entries logged.
• Accurately identifies and documents any discrepancies between affidavit and ballot codes for each affidavit packet handled and ensures proper processing of damaged ballots for audit purposes.
• Prepares basic chain-of-custody paperwork for ballots delivered to the Ballot Tabulation Center.
• May provide support to other divisions as assigned by supervisory staff.

Skills

Calculator usage

Office experience

Customer service experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Posting Date

06/30/26

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Pay Range

Pay for this position is $18 hourly.

This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Hours may vary from Part-time to Full-time hours based on business needs.

Job Type

Election Workers (Seasonal)

Department

Elections

About the Position

As a Temporary Pre-Tabulation Ballot Processor I , you will assist with pre-tabulation ballot processing for Maricopa County Elections. Working as part of a bi

partisan team, you will accurately prepare incoming early ballots.

About Us

As the second-largest voting jurisdiction in the country, Maricopa County Elections serves more than 2.5 million registered voters as they exercise their right to make informed decisions regarding the selection of local and national leaders as well as ballot measures. We believe in teamwork, creating a vibrant, exciting work environment, and pursuing opportunities to make a positive impact in the communities that make up the 4th largest and fastest-growing County in the United States. Our work supports elections in cities, towns, school districts, and special districts, and we look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Proud To Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Experience utilizing a calculator or similar device
• High school diploma or GED

Other Requirements

• Must successfully complete a background screening
• Must be eligible to vote in Arizona
• Mandatory overtime during all election cycles

We Also Value

• One or more years of general office experience
• One or more years of moderate computer use experience
• One or more years of election experience
• One or more years of customer service experience

Job Contributions

• Follows detailed step-by-step instructions to ensure work is auditable and process compliant
• Verifies that both the physical count of ballots and affidavits being processed are in balance and correspond to the written entries logged
• Accurately identifies and documents any discrepancies between affidavit and ballot codes for each affidavit packet handled and ensures proper processing of damaged ballots for audit purposes
• Prepares basic chain-of-custody paperwork for ballots delivered to the Ballot Tabulation Center
• May provide support to other divisions as assigned by supervisory staff

Working Conditions

• Some work shift flexibility is needed based on operational needs
• The usual work schedule is set as 8 hours, Monday-Friday, but may require:
  • Working holidays/weekends
  • Occasionally working only 4 hours a day
  • Occasionally working up to 10 hours a day
  • May be asked to take occasional days off when business needs do not require full staffing
• Requires the ability to sit for extended periods, to meet high-volume deadlines, and the use of upper extremity repetitive motion
• Repetitive reading to compare affidavit packet codes with ballot codes is required
• Requires the ability to occasionally lift floor-to-shoulder or lower from shoulder-to-waist up to 25 pounds and carry for 100 feet, and the ability to occasionally push/pull up to 50 pounds for 200 feet
• Must not engage in any political discussion during the election
• Attendance and punctuality are critical

Selection Procedure - Maricopa County

The Maricopa County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates considered to be the most highly qualified. Those selected will be assessed based on the evaluation of listed education and experience. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a list provided by Human Resources.

All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation. A background investigation is conducted on a current employee who changes to a Safety Sensitive Position or one having the potential for serious adverse impact on the integrity or efficiency of the County. These requirements do not pertain to employees of elected officials who undergo background investigation processes administered through their respective offices.

Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.