Temporary Part-Time Voter/Election Service Representative

Richland County; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Richland County is seeking temporary Election Services personnel to provide customer-oriented services related to voter registration and absentee services. Key responsibilities include maintaining election equipment, assisting with poll worker training, and ensuring ADA-compliance for polling locations.

This role requires an Associate’s degree or high school diploma with two years of office experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a South Carolina Driver’s License. The position mandates a focus on courteous, professional service delivery while following all relevant procedures.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate’s degree or a high school diploma and two years of experience in an office environment.
• State Election Commission certification must be completed within 18 months, and yearly recertification is required thereafter.
• Requires a South Carolina Driver’s License and a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer-facing services related to voter registration and elections.
• Maintain and dispense election equipment and supplies.
• Assist with poll worker recruitment and training.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong communication skills

Customer service orientation

Education

Associate’s degree or high school diploma

Job description

Responsibilities

Temporary Voter Services/Election Services The purpose of this class is to provide customer‑facing and customer‑oriented services related to voter registration, absentee services, and early voting. The purpose of this class is also to maintain and dispense election equipment and supplies, prepare specific computer programs and operations for each election, assist with poll worker recruitment and training, create and maintain a list of ADA‑compliant polling locations, and assist in election night and post‑election processes. Provide voter registration and election services in a professional, courteous, and efficient manner while adhering to all applicable laws, policies, and procedures. Perform voter services or election services duties as assigned.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Requires work involving standing, walking, talking or hearing, sitting, pushing, and lifting up to 30 pounds.

Requirements and Qualifications

This class requires an Associate’s degree or a high school diploma and two years of experience in an office environment. State Election Commission certification must be completed within 18 months, and yearly recertification is required thereafter. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and other software related to voter registration and elections. Requires a South Carolina Driver’s License and a good driving record and the ability to drive a county vehicle. At the discretion of the Executive Director, a combination of education and experience may be substituted for stated education and experience requirements.

Richland County is an equal opportunity employer.