Posting: #24-14

Posting Type: Internal & Open Announcement

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Starting Wage: $16.70/hour

Part Time Temporary Position

Application Procedures: Interested individuals are encouraged to apply by submitting a Brookings County application to Brookings County Human Resources * 520 3^rd St, Suite 210 * Brookings, SD 57006 or apply online at www.brookingscountysd.gov

POSITION TITLE Temporary Election Worker

GRADE Non-Graded

WAGE $16.70/hour

FLSA STATUS Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO Brookings County Finance Officer or their designee (Election Supervisor)

WORK SCHEDULE April – June 2024 up to 40 hours a week (on average)

September-November 2024 up to 40 hours a week (on average)

Hours/Days may vary but typically M-F 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

General Statement of Duties

Performs a variety of tasks to assist with the coordination of a county primary and/or general election.

Examples of Duties: (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this grade.)

• Assists residents in election procedures including voter registration, absentee voting, and the use of election equipment (including electronic voting machines).
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of election materials such as voter registration books, signs, equipment, supplies etc.
• Uses computer programs to look up and/or enter voter registration and absentee voting information.
• Will be required to work during the election.
• Assists with other duties as requested by the Finance Office.

QUALIFICATION FOR APPOINTMENT

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures and equipment including computers, calculator, fax machine, copy machine, etc. 
• Knowledge of record keeping and filing procedures.
• Ability to make mathematical computations rapidly and accurately.
• Ability to alphabetize proficiently in filing election materials.
• Ability to understand and follow both verbal and written instructions and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to display efficient use of time and proficient organizational skills with specific attention to detail.
• Willingness and ability to undertake such specialized training and/or education as may be needed to effectively perform duties and responsibilities as required.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time assisting residents in election procedures.
• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to complete data entry tasks into a computer program.
• Ability to complete written forms as needed for election materials.

Education

• Must be 18 years of age.

Experience

• One year general office experience or related experience.

OR

Any equivalent combination of education and experience as is acceptable to the hiring authority.