Temporary Ballot Tabulation Center (BTC) Adjudicator

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Maricopa County Elections is seeking Temporary Ballot Tabulation Center Adjudicators to review ballots, duplicate damaged ballots, and enter data accurately. The role supports the November General Election and may require office, field, or customer-facing work hours.

Responsibilities include determining voter intent on a bipartisan board, using specialized software, and documenting procedures thoroughly. Overtime may be required during the election cycle.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be a registered voter in Arizona by time of hire.
• Must be a registered Republican or Democrat voter.
• Must pass an applicable background screening.
• Must be able to work overtime as necessary.
• Must have legible penmanship.

Responsibilities

• Determines a voter's intent on a bipartisan Duplication or Adjudication Board.
• Reviews ballots using proprietary election-related software to assess a voter's intent.
• Collaborates in teams of two, each representing different political affiliations (e.g., Republican and Democrat).
• Ensures thorough and legible documentation throughout the tabulation procedure.
• Assists other divisions within Elections or the Recorder's Office with daily operations and additional duties.

Skills

General office experience

Election experience

Customer service

Moderate computer use

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posting Date

09/30/26

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.

Job Type

Election Workers (Seasonal)

Department

Elections

About the Position

As a Temporary Ballot Tabulation Center (BTC) Adjudicator, you facilitate the election process by reviewing voters' intent, processing ballots, duplicating damaged ballots, and performing data entry. This position requires the employee to work in the office, in the field, or customer-facing for all hours worked.

This is a temporary positionsupporting the November General Election with an anticipated start date in October.

About Us

Maricopa County Elections serves over 2.5 million registered voters as they exercise their right to make informed decisions regarding the selection of local and national leaders and 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

This position requires a high school diploma or GED.

Other Requirements

• Must be a registered voter or have the ability to become a registered voter in the State of Arizona by the time of hire
• Must be a registered Republican or Democrat voter
• Must pass an applicable background screening
• Must be able to work overtime as necessary
• Must have legible penmanship

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
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Job Contributions

• Determines a voter's intent on a bipartisan Duplication or Adjudication Board
• Review ballots using proprietary election-related software to accurately assess a voter's intent
• Collaborates in teams of two, each representing different political affiliations (e.g., Republican and Democrat)
• Ensures thorough and legible documentation throughout the tabulation procedure
• Assists other divisions within Elections or the Recorder's Office with daily operations and additional job duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• Full-time/Temporary/Holidays/Overtime hours are mandatory during the election cycle
• The position requires upper extremity repetitive motion, the ability to review small fonts on a hard copy or computer screen for an extended period of time, and the ability to sit for extended periods of time
• All operations will be conducted under Livestream cameras and in the presence of political observers
• Must not engage in any political discussions
• Requires the use of proprietary elections-related software, a tabulation machine, and Microsoft Office products
• Closed-toed shoes must be worn at all times

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [e-mail] to initiate the interactive process.