Temporary Elections Clerk - Elections/Voters Registration

Fort Bend; Rosenberg, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a temporary, on-site team member to support voters and county operations. This role assists with voter registration forms, handles mail-in ballots, answers inquiries by phone, and processes mail.

Candidates need a high school diploma, basic computer and typing skills, clear communication, and the ability to work a flexible schedule; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Good computer and typing skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Ability to work a flexible, temporary schedule.
• Bilingual preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the department with Voter Registration Forms and mail-in ballots.
• Answers telephone calls and responds to inquiries and/or directs to proper person.
• Processes incoming and outgoing mail.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Skills

Typing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Flexible schedule

Bilingual

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Current Fort Bend County Employees (excluding election workers):

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists the department with Voter Registration Forms and mail-in ballots.
• Answers telephone calls and responds to inquiries and/or directs to proper person.
• Processes incoming and outgoing mail.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Good computer and typing skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Ability to work a flexible, temporary schedule.
• Bilingual preferred, but not required.

Salary

$13.00 per hour, Assignment days and hours will vary.

Duration

This is a Temporary assignment and there are no benefits included.

Closing Date

Upon filling positions needed.

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification. For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.

Fort Bend is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized not only on the creed of real estate: location, location, location, but also on the “quality of life” that is so sought after by families looking for the right place to call “home”. Fort Bend County is looking for motivated people that love coming to work, dare to do their best, want to work with like-minded people, and help change the community.