Temporary Election Officials/Office Clerks

Watauga County Health Dept; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Watauga County Board of Elections seeks temporary Election Officials/Office Clerks to support election activities. Duties include secretarial tasks, public communication, and lifting voting equipment up to 25 pounds. High school graduation and basic computer skills preferred; must be a registered voter in Watauga County with a background check.

Position runs from late September until after the 2026 Election; some weekend work may be required. Salary is $15 per hour with no benefits.

Qualifications

• High school graduation preferred.
• Good typing and basic computer skills.
• Registered voter in Watauga County; background check required.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Some weekend work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial support for the Board of Elections.
• Communicate with the general public.
• Assist with training and election-related tasks.

Skills

Typing

Basic computer skills

Public communication

Lifting up to 25 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Registered voter in Watauga County

Job description

Job Title Temporary Election Officials/Office Clerks

Application Deadline August 20, 2026

Beginning Salary $15/Hour

Description WATAUGA COUNTYPOSITION OPENINGWatauga County Board of Elections is accepting applications for the position of temporary Election Officials/Office Clerks. This position performs a variety of duties to support the activities of the Board of Elections. Duties include secretarial responsibilities, communication with the general public, and the ability to lift voting equipment, which weighs up to 25 pounds. Graduation from high school, good typing and basic computer skills preferred. Being registered voter in Watauga County, and a background check is required. Salary $15 hourly (non-regular classification, no benefits). Position will require some training and will work as needed beginning in late September until after the 2026 Election is complete. Some weekend work may be required. Application deadline date is Thursday, August 20, 2026. Watauga County is an EEOE.