Temporary Ballot Tabulation Center (BTC) Floater

Maricopa; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One-Time Retention Incentive

Job summary

Maricopa County Elections is seeking Temporary Ballot Tabulation Center floaters to organize and process ballots, provide guidance, and perform data entry. The roles include Adjudicator, Inspector, or Operator as needed, with optional duties in equipment setup and testing.

Overtime may be required during the election cycle, and a retention incentive is offered. Eligibility includes a high school diploma or GED, with preference for prior election-related or office experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of general office experience preferred.
• One or more years of election experience preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish valued.

Responsibilities

• Performs all Tabulation Room tasks and is cross-trained in all areas of the Tabulation Room.
• Remains flexible to fill in where needed and collaborates in teams of two representing different political affiliations.
• Maintains accurate and legible documentation of ballot processing.
• Lifts up to 50-pound ballot trays to the tabulation machine and assists with setting up/testing equipment.

Skills

General office experience

Moderate computer use

Election experience

Customer service experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Elections Proprietary Software

Tabulation Scanners

Microsoft Office

Job description

**Posting Date**09/16/26**Application Deadline**Open Until Filled**Pay Range**Pay for this position is $18 hourlyThis 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) Floater,you will facilitate the election process by organizing and processing ballots, providing guidance, and performing data entry. This position serves as a BTC Adjudicator, BTC Inspector, or BTC Operator, as needed, and assists with other assigned tasks. Floaters may also be asked to help with equipment setup and testing. If there is a recount, all floaters are asked to return after the election to assist with it. This is a temporary position supporting the November General Election with an anticipated start date in October.Apply Today! Temporary Election Workers who meet eligibility requirements can earn a $1,250 One-Time Retention Incentive. Don't miss your opportunity to qualify!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**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 an Independent or Party Not Designated registered 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 warehouse experience* One or more years of election experience* One or more years of customer service experience* Bilingual in English and Spanish**Job Contributions*** Performs all Tabulation Room tasks and is cross-trained in all areas of the Tabulation Room* Remains flexible on a daily basis to fill in where needed* Collaborates in teams of two, each representing different political affiliations, to assess a voter's intent (e.g., Republican and Democrat), or assists teams when they are unsure about a voter's intent by providing guidance and clarification* Maintains accurate and legible documentation of ballot processing* Stands throughout the assignment, moving between teams as necessary to provide guidance* Organizes bundles of ballots to feed into tabulators or scanners by sorting, stacking, and straightening bundles* Lifts up to 50-pound ballot trays from racks to the tabulation machine* Assist with setting up and testing equipment for the Vote Centers* 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* Requires the use of upper extremity repetitive motion, the ability to review small fonts on hard copy or computer screen, the ability to lift floor-to-shoulder and shoulder-to-waist a minimum of 50 pounds and carry it for 100 feet, and the ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time* All operations will be conducted under Livestream cameras and in the presence of political observers* Closed-toed shoes must be worn at all times during work* Must not engage in any political discussionsWork requires the use of:* Elections Proprietary Software* Tabulation Scanners* Microsoft Office* Mouse and Keyboard**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-sensitiveMaricopa 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.**Apply Now!**in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home.You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are *you* interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it!Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package.