Temporary Ballot Tabulation Center (BTC) Inspector

Maricopa County; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work with a greater purpose

Growth opportunities within Maricopa

Job summary

Maricopa County Elections seeks a Temporary Ballot Tabulation Center Inspector to support the November General Election. You will organize and process ballots, provide guidance, and perform data entry in a fast-paced environment.

This seasonal role requires a high school diploma or GED, voter registration in AZ by hire, and the ability to stand for extended periods; bilingual English/Spanish is valued. Overtime hours are expected during election cycles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• One or more years of general office experience is valued.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the election process by organizing and processing ballots.
• Provide guidance to voters and staff, and perform data entry.
• Assist adjudication teams and maintain legible documentation of ballot processing.
• Support other divisions within Elections or the Recorder's Office as assigned.

Skills

Legible handwriting

Bilingual English/Spanish

General office experience

Election experience (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Proprietary elections software

Tabulation machine

Scanners

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posting Date

08/28/26

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

Job Type

Election Workers (Seasonal)

Department

Elections

About the Position

As a Temporary Ballot Tabulation Center (BTC) Inspector, you facilitate the election process by organizing and processing ballots, providing guidance, and performing data entry.

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 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 election experience
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Job Contributions

• Assists Adjudication teams when they are unsure about a voter's intent by providing guidance and clarification
• Stands throughout the assignment, moving between teams as necessary to provide guidance
• Maintains accurate and legible documentation of ballot processing
• 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 upper extremity repetitive motion, the ability to review small fonts on hard copy or computer screen, and the ability to 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
• Must not engage in any political discussion

Requires the use of:

• Proprietary elections software
• Tabulation machine
• Scanners
• Microsoft Office products

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.