Temporary Trainer

maricopa; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work with a greater purpose

Growth opportunities within Maricopa

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Compensation Philosophy

Job summary

Maricopa County Elections is seeking Election Workers for seasonal support during election season. This role contributes to accuracy and expeditious processing, with duties that include assisting trainers, distributing materials, and guiding poll workers.

Applicants must have two years of relevant experience, a high school diploma or GED, and be eligible to become a registered voter in Arizona. Overtime, weekend hours, and travel to training facilities are required as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience performing office, administrative, clerical, or training duties.
• High school diploma or GED.
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Assists with coaching and co-facilitating off-site training classes with Elections Trainers.
• Assists with the distribution of training materials, classroom resets, and collection and entry of training survey data.
• Assists with the development and review of training materials for poll workers.
• Provides guidance to poll workers, answers questions via hotline phone, enters tickets, and dispatches assistance to locations via ticketing system.
• Assists with building packets and binders with site-specific resources for inspectors, troubleshooters, and hotline workers.
• Assists other divisions of Elections with their daily functions and activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Workday

Outlook

PowerPoint

Excel

Teams

Job description

Posting Date 10/01/26

Application Deadline Open Until Filled

Pay Range Pay for this position is $23/hourly. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Hours may vary from Part-time to Full-time hours based on business needs

Job Type Election Workers (Seasonal)

Department Elections

About the Position It's election season, and we need your help! Election season is a crucial time for accuracy and expediency. If you want to be a part of one of the most important government tasks, this position is for you!

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

• Two years of experience performing office, administrative, clerical, or training duties
• High school diploma or GED
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

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 pass an applicable background screening
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire
• Must be able to work overtime as necessary

We Also Value

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with administrative and clerical procedures, such as managing files and records
• Experience supporting election activities or as an election worker
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Experience presenting information to peer groups, audience-facing, and/or public speaking

Job Contributions

• Assists with coaching and co-facilitating off-site training classes with Elections Trainers
• Assists with the distribution of training materials, classroom resets, and collection and entry of training survey data
• Assists with the development and review of training materials for poll workers
• Provides guidance to poll workers, answers questions via hotline phone, enters tickets, and dispatches assistance to locations via ticketing system
• Assists with building packets and binders with site-specific resources for inspectors, troubleshooters, and hotline workers
• Assists other divisions of Elections with their daily functions and activities

Working Conditions

This position requires:

• Travel to off-site training facilities
• Mandatory overtime during election cycles, including evenings, holidays, and weekends
• The ability to sit or stand for an extended period, to lift floor-to-shoulder and shoulder-to-waist of up to 25 pounds and carry for 100 feet, and the ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds for 200 feet
• Must not engage in any political discussion while on duty/at work

Your work requires the use of:

• Voting Equipment
• Personal Computer (desktop/laptop)
• Headphones
• Learning Management System
• Microsoft Office
• Workday
• TEAMs
• Outlook
• PowerPoint
• Word
• Excel
• Presentation Equipment (A/V)
• Other office equipment, such as printers, copiers, and laminators

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.