Public Records & Elections Deputy Clerk

Wallowa County; Oregon; On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wallowa County is seeking a dependable Deputy Clerk to support the County Clerk's Office in Enterprise, Oregon. The role focuses on election administration, voter registration, and processing official documents with strict confidentiality and accuracy.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, provide friendly public service, and manage multiple priorities while complying with state and federal laws.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in customer service, including regular interaction with the public in person, by telephone, and electronically.
• Experience performing administrative, clerical, recordkeeping, or office support duties preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential duties of the position may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with voter registration, election preparation, candidate filings, ballots, election-day activities, and election returns.
• Receive, review, record, index, scan, and maintain legal documents and official County records, including confidential records.
• Help residents research recorded documents and respond to inquiries in person, by phone, and by email.
• Process marriage license and passport applications, collect fees, and maintain required certifications.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Public service

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Wallowa County is seeking a dependable Deputy Clerk to support the County Clerk's Office in Enterprise, Oregon. The role focuses on election administration, voter registration, and processing official documents with strict confidentiality and accuracy.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, provide friendly public service, and manage multiple priorities while complying with state and federal laws.