Posting Date 08/05/26 Application Deadline Open Until Filled
Pay Range
Pay for this position is $18.50 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 As a Temporary Pre-Tabulation Room Attendant I, you will support the election process by physically loading, unloading, and transporting trays of early ballots on wheeled carts throughout the assigned workspace. You will also assist with organizing and storing processed affidavits for retention and audit purposes.
About Us
As the second-largest voting jurisdiction in the country, Maricopa County Elections serves more than 2.5 million registered voters as they exercise their right to make informed decisions regarding the selection of local and national leaders as well as 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
Experience
utilizing a calculator or similar device A high school diploma or GED Other
Requirements
Must successfully complete a background screening Must be eligible to vote in Arizona Mandatory overtime during all election cycles We Also Value One or more years of general office experience One or more years of moderate computer use experience One or more years of election experience One or more years of customer service experience Job Contributions Transports ballots on wheeled racks and carts within the room and keeps them properly organized Distributes and collects trays of early ballots to and from processing tables, ensuring each tray has complete documentation Delivers processed trays to the Quality Control area within the room, properly staging trays and paperwork Removes processed affidavits from trays reviewed by QC, verifies their accuracy, and loads ballot trays onto carts for delivery to the Ballot Tabulation Center Helps prepare processed affidavits for retention by carefully boxing and labeling them to ensure accurate auditing Organizes retention boxes in numerical order and moves them to the designated storage area Assists supervisory staff by identifying processing tables that need assistance
Working Conditions
Some work shift flexibility is needed based on operational needs The usual work schedule is set as 8 hours, Monday-Friday, but may require: Working holidays / weekends Occasionally working only 4 hours a day Occasionally working up to 10 hours a day May be asked to take occasional days off when business needs do not require full staffing Requires the ability to sit and stand for extended periods, to frequently lift floor-to-shoulder and/or lower from shoulder-to-waist and/or from should-to-floor up to 100 pounds and carry for 100 feet, and to push/pull a minimum of 50 pounds for a minimum of 200 feet Must not engage in any political discussion during the election Attendance and punctuality are critical 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 MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process. Apply Now! We are Maricopa County. Who is that, you may ask? Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona’s Best Employers in 2024. We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home. You may wonder what we do, and it may be easier to answer that by asking what are you interested in! Join us and you will become part of a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and giving back to their communities. We offer career paths and opportunities in just about every job category and job level imaginable, so your journey with us is what you make of it! Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package. Thinking about career options, then please think about us! We are Maricopa County, and we are looking forward to working with you!