Elections Seasonal - Elections Assistant



Job Details

Elections Seasonal - Elections Assistant
Employer

Snohomish County

Salary

$16.55 Hourly

Location

County Wide-Various Possible County Worksites, WA

Job Type

Seasonal

Job Number

2018-Elect-Sea

Department

Auditor

Division

Elections Seasonal

Opening Date

06/01/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

ELECTIONS SEASONAL - ELECTIONS ASSISTANT
                                                                   
                                                           

Positions are open until filled

Snohomish County Elections is looking for hard working, team oriented, dedicated people with flexible schedules to serve as Elections Assistants.  Elections Assistants provide assistance to voters, transport ballots, prepare ballots for tabulation, tabulate ballots and verify voter signatures on ballot envelopes.

Would you like to serve your community, have fun and get paid?  Do you have a flexible schedule and are looking for a short commitment job opportunity?  Do you enjoy meeting new people and interacting with the community?  We may have the perfect job opportunity for you.

There are five opportunities that fall under this job description.  There are various work locations and time frames.  Please read the job assignments carefully before responding to the supplemental application questions to indicate your job preference.

Job Duties

STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES 
  1. Follows applicable federal, state and local election laws and county election division policies and procedures.
  2. Secures ballots in appropriate areas.
  3. Assesses data quickly and accurately.
  4. Maintains appropriate and verifiable paperwork.
  5. Enters clerical data on ballot accountability sheets.
  6. Maintains a clean and efficient work environment.
  7. Assists in training of new election assistants when necessary.
  8. Other duties as assigned.
1.  WHEN ASSIGNED TO ACCESSIBLE VOTING SITE 
Required Dates: August 2, 2018,  August 6 and 7, 2018
                        November 1, 2018,  November 5 and 6, 2018
Locations: 3000 Rockefeller Avenue, Everett, WA or
               19200 44th Avenue West, Lynnwood, WA
  1. Provides assistance to Accessible Voting Site voters.
  2. Delivers election materials prior to opening and after closing each day.
  3. Operates a county-owned vehicle or personal vehicle. 
  4. Access the Voter Registration Database.
  5. Opens and closes the remote Accessible Voting Site daily
2.  WHEN ASSIGNED TO BALLOT DROP BOX 
Required Dates: August 1, 2018 and August 7, 2018
                       October 31, 2018 and November 6, 2018
Location: Assigned to Ballot Drop Boxes throughout Snohomish County
  1. Collects and secures ballots for transportation.
  2. Helps ease election-related traffic congestion near ballot drop boxes.
  3. Assists in closing procedures of ballot drop boxes.
  4. Identifies and separates voted ballot envelopes from other materials.
  5. Operates a county-owned vehicle or personal vehicle. 
3.  WHEN ASSIGNED TO BALLOT PROCESSING 
Required Dates: July 25, 2018 - August 20, 2018
                       October 24, 2018 - November 26, 2016
Location: 1818 Pacific Avenue, Everett, WA
  1. Scans, opens, inspects, and sorts ballots in teams of two people.
  2. Organizes mail trays, operates envelope openers, and builds ballot boxes.
  3. Processes the duplication of a ballot when a ballot is damaged or when required by law.
  4. Performs many aspects of ballot processing functions. 
4,  WHEN ASSIGNED TO BALLOT TABULATION 
Required Dates: July 30, 2018 - August 20, 2018
                        October 29, 2018 - November 26, 2018
Location: 1818 Pacific Avenue, Everett, WA
  1. Operates ballot tabulation equipment.
  2. Processes high volume of ballots through tabulation equipment.
  3. Maintains required controls on tabulated ballots.
  4. Verifies counts of tabulated ballots by batch.
  5. Performs final processing of voted ballots. 
5.  WHEN ASSIGNED TO SIGNATURE VERIFICATION 
Required Dates: July 24, 2018 - August 9, 2018
                        October 23, 2018 - November 8, 2018
Location: 3000 Rockefeller Avenue, Everett, WA
  1. Performs basic computer functions to utilize scanned images of signatures.
  2. Verifies and processes ballot envelope signatures.
  3. Accesses Voter Registration Database.
  4. Maintains ballot batch order.
  5. Processes challenge letters for voters as required.

Minimum Qualifications

     Must be 18 years of age, a high school graduate or equivalent, and be available during specific election periods.  Must be flexible to work varied shifts from 2 - 12 hours dependent on ballot volume.  Weekend, holiday and extended work week hours are possible.  Must pass a criminal background check.   
 
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR BALLOT TRANSPORT DUTIES
 
     Must have a valid Washington State driver's license if hired for ballot transport duties.  Applicants for ballot transport duties are required to certify that they have not been cited for any serious traffic violations in the past three (3) years.  If using a personal vehicle, the vehicle must be in good working condition with current registration and insurance, be able to accommodate a passenger, and transport three (3) ballot tubs that measure 15" X 27.5" X 18.5" each.    
 
 

Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES 
  • effective communication skills (oral and written)
  • basic math and writing skills
  • basic computer literacy
  • data verification skills
  • utilize standard and specialized equipment
  • assist the public in a tactful and courteous manner
  • retain and follow instructions (oral and written) accurately with minimal training
  • maintain composure while being observed by political party representatives, candidates, members of the press, interest groups, or others interested in the processing of ballots
  • work under pressure with strict timelines
  • positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work habits
SUPERVISION
 
     Election Assistants receive supervision from the Ballot Processing Center Specialist, the Voter Registration Lead, the Elections and Voter Registration Supervisor, and the Elections and Voter Registration Manager dependent on the specific assignment. The employee is responsible for the quantity, quality and accuracy of the work which is reviewed to ensure compliance with policies, procedures and election laws.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS
 
     Office and/or warehouse environment with some machine noise possible.  Workers will be sitting or standing for extended periods of time, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, and lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.
 
     Ballot drop box employees will be working outside in possible inclement weather during day and evening hours. Workers will be standing for extended periods of time, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, and lifting and carrying up to 55 pounds with a partner repeatedly.
 
 Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
EEO policy and ADA notice

Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week. 
Visit www.snohomishcountywa.gov/Benefits to learn more about the following benefits.

County Benefits
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Retirement
  • Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Long Term Disability (LTD)
  • Commuting Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program
  • Leave & Holidays 
Voluntary Benefits
  • Deferred Compensation 457(b)
  • Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance
  • Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies
Healthcare Premiums
  • Regular full-time employees: If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these monthly premiums for medical insurance. The County pays the monthly premiums for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
  • Regular part-time employees: If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay pro-rated monthly premiums for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.T.E. percentage the employee is assigned.
Note: Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits. Review the County's ACA Employer Shared Responsibility Guide to learn more.

01
I acknowledge that my responses to the following supplemental questions must be clear and thorough to obtain credit. Responses such as "see resume, see application, etc." are not acceptable. I understand that my response to the supplemental questions for this position must be supported by my application and work history detail.
  • Yes
  • No
02
Have you reviewed the detailed job description for this position?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Mark your preferred job assignment (first choice) as outlined in the job posting (mark only one):
  • Accessible Voting Site
  • Ballot Drop Box
  • Ballot Processing
  • Ballot Tabulation
  • Signature Verification
05
Are you available for the time frames, as outlined in the job posting, for your preferred job assignment. If not, please explain availability.
06
Mark which job assignments, as outlined in the job posting, you would be willing to work if we are unable to accommodate your first choice.
  • Accessible Voting Site
  • Ballot Drop Box
  • Ballot Processing
  • Ballot Tabulation
  • Signature Verification
07
Are you able to sit for prolonged periods of time?
  • Yes
  • No
08
Are you able to stand for prolonged periods of time?
  • Yes
  • No
09
Are you able to lift 30 pounds.
  • Yes
  • No
10
Rate your overall computer skill level.
  • None
  • Basic
  • Proficient
  • Expert
11
Explain what computer skills you have that support the rating you provided above including what software programs you are proficient in.
12
Do you prefer working individually or in a team?
  • Individually
  • Team
13
Are you able to learn new tasks in a short amount of time?
  • Yes
  • No
14
Are you able to concentrate in an environment with a lot of activity happening around you?
  • Yes
  • No
15
Are you able to maintain accuracy while completing a highly repetitive task?
  • Yes
  • No
16
Please describe your experience working in a high productivity environment.

* Required Question

Employer
Snohomish County
Address
3000 Rockefeller Ave M/S 503

Everett, Washington, 98201
Phone
(425) 388-3411

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