Temporary Special Elections Board (SEB) Staff

Maricopa County; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Maricopa County Elections Department seeks a Seasonal Election Worker to support voters who are ill, disabled, or confined. This bipartisan role travels across the county to provide essential election services and assist other divisions when needed.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, a valid Arizona driver’s license by hire, and completion of required state certification. Overtime is common during peak periods, with mileage reimbursement available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by hire.
• Must complete the Secretary of State Election Officer Certification.
• Must be eligible to vote in Arizona and pass a background screening.

Responsibilities

• The teams are paired into bipartisan boards traveling throughout Maricopa County.
• Provide services and assistance to voters who are ill, disabled, or confined at home or in facilities.
• Perform outreach to facilities such as nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
• Assist other divisions with election duties as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptable

Quick learner

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Posting Date 08/25/26

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.

Job Type Election Workers (Seasonal)

Department Recorder

About the Position

The Special Elections Board (SEB) Staff will partner with a team member from a different political party to provide services to voters. These services focus on facilitating voting for those confined due to illness or disability. This cross-functional position will also support divisional operations within early voting (Signature Verification, Curing, etc.). The ideal candidate will be adaptable, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be able to learn new tasks quickly.

About Us

As the second-largest voting jurisdiction in the country, the Maricopa County Elections Department serves more than 2.6 million registered voters as they exercise their right to make informed decisions about selecting 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! 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 possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire
• Must complete the next scheduled Secretary of State Election Officer Certification
• Must be eligible to vote in Arizona and pass an applicable background screening

Job Contributions

• The teams are paired into bipartisan boards to travel throughout Maricopa County
• Responsible for providing services and assistance to voters who are ill, disabled, or confined to their personal residence or assisted living facility.
• Perform outreach to facilities such as nursing homes and assisted living facilities
• Assists other divisions of the Recorder’s Office with election duties as needed

Working Conditions

• This position requires extensive overtime during periods of heavy workloads.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift floor-to-shoulder and shoulder-to-waist a minimum of 25 pounds and carry for 100 feet
• Ability to push/pull a minimum of 50 pounds for 200 feet
• Some positions may require the use of a County or personal vehicle, which would require a valid driver's license, current auto insurance, a reliable vehicle, and attendance in Maricopa County's Defensive Driving Course
• Mileage reimbursement is available for personal vehicles used during a shift.

Selection Procedure - Maricopa County

The Maricopa County Human Resources Department reserves the right to admit to the selection process only those candidates considered to be the most highly qualified. Those selected will be assessed based on the evaluation of listed education and experience. The hiring authority will interview and select the successful candidate from a list provided by Human Resources. All offers of employment made to new hires and rehires at Maricopa County are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment thorough background investigation. A background investigation is conducted on a current employee who changes to a Safety Sensitive Position or one having the potential for serious adverse impact on the integrity or efficiency of the County. These requirements do not pertain to employees of elected officials who undergo background investigation processes administered through their respective offices. Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

Attention Current Maricopa County Employees:

As of 1/1/2022, the Judicial Branch of Arizona in Maricopa County formalized itself as a separate entity and employer from Maricopa County. To learn more about how that may affect you please click here. Judicial Branch Human Resources reserves the right to move forward candidates based on the information provided directly on the application. The hiring authority will select the successful candidate based on departmental needs. Typically, successful candidates are hired at a salary rate up to the midpoint of the range, based on applicable experience, internal equity, and budgetary allowances. All Judicial Branch offers of employment and continued employment are contingent upon passing a thorough background and/or fingerprint check. Applicants must completely and fully answer any questions regarding felony and misdemeanor convictions including any convictions that have been expunged or set aside. Failure to include criminal history information is grounds for termination of an offer and employment. A conviction may not automatically disqualify an applicant. Judicial Branch facilities are located throughout Maricopa County. This position may be reassigned to other locations. Assignments will be made based upon the needs of the department. The Judicial Branch in Maricopa County is an EEO/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.