What are the responsibilities and job description for the Election Worker (Extra Help) – Warehouse Support position at County of Orange?
Election Worker (Extra Help) – Warehouse Support
Orange County Registrar of Voters (ROV) will begin accepting applications for the Election Worker (Extra Help) – Warehouse Support position on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, this recruitment will be posted for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the Agency are met. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review of applications will be done on or about Friday, March 27, 2026. Please Note: Only online applications will be accepted. Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria described.
These are Extra Help temporary/seasonal positions (these are NOT permanent positions). These positions will often require overtime, both in the evenings and on weekends.
REGISTRAR OF VOTERS
The Registrar of Voters, a nationally recognized and award-winning agency, is responsible for conducting elections, verifying petitions and maintaining voter records in the County of Orange, the fifth largest voting jurisdiction in the United States with 1.9 million active registered voters. The department receives funding from the County's General Fund and periodic reimbursement from the federal government, the State of California and local jurisdictions. The Registrar of Voters' staff includes 54 full-time employees, and numerous extra help employees who support various election related positions representing the broad spectrum of Orange County's population. The department is responsible for all components of election management.
The Orange County Registrar of Voters prides itself on being a leader in the international and national elections community, working to continually innovate and create new and better ways to serve the public. The department values creativity, originality, initiative and a strong dedication to customer service.
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ABOUT THE POSITION
The Registrar of Voters has an immediate need to fill multiple positions in both our Elections and Printing and Graphics Departments. These positions will have varying schedules including but not limited to, Monday through Friday including weekends either day shift 6am-6:30pm or graveyard shift 6pm – 6:30am. As we move closer to Election Day, split shifts, and overtime in the evenings and on weekends will occur.
The following are examples of duties in this position.
Supply/Inventory Management
- Process, receive, verify and inventory equipment & supplies prior to and after election
- Process, wrap and palletize Voter Information guides (VIG) and/or other election related material.
- Assist with preparing print materials
- Load and unload materials to and from delivery trucks physically, with or without the use of a forklift/pallet jack.
- Sets up supply distribution points prior to the election and prepares the warehouse for election night activities
Mail Processing
- Collects and prepares outgoing and incoming mail.
- Collects and delivers official mail to/from the post office.
- Processes incoming & outgoing Vote by Mail (VBM) ballots through scanning equipment
- Loads and runs the VBM ballots through the ballot extracting machine to ensure it is ready for processing.
Equipment Assembly
- Inspects both visually & electronically equipment and prepares for elections.
- Labels equipment for inventory and tracking
- Conducts inventory and prepares equipment for storage after elections
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
In addition to the duties listed in this bulletin, the ideal candidate will possess experience with the following:
- Any level of experience in one or more areas described above
- Forklift operator certificate
- Computer literate (basic functions)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Possession of a valid California Driver’s License
- Schedule flexibility – including night shifts and weekends
- Ability to read and speak English
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to work individually and in a team environment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Conditions: Vision sufficient to read standard text, fine print and various handwritings and to view a computer monitor; speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the phone; independent body mobility sufficient to stand, sit, walk, stoop and bend routinely to perform daily tasks; ability to sit for prolonged period of time; manual dexterity to use hands, arms and shoulders repetitively to operate a keyboard and use other office equipment such as a stapler, telephone and photocopy machine.
Mental Conditions: Possess the ability to independently reason logically to reach conclusions and decisions; possess the ability to remain calm and appropriately focused on different interpersonal situations.
Environmental Conditions: Ability to work in an office environment and work with changing priorities, deadlines, and multiple assignments concurrently.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
All candidates considered for this position will be required to successfully pass a background check consisting of employment history, professional references, criminal check, and pre-employment physical. Possession of a valid California drivers’ license, Class C, and a clean driving record while employed in this classification might be required by the date of appointment. A driving records check consisting of a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) check will be conducted to verify the clean driving record.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Registrar of Voters Administrative Services Department will screen all application materials to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the competition.
Application Screening | (Refer/Non-Refer)
The Registrar of Voters Administrative Services Department will screen applications and responses to supplemental questions for the minimum and desirable qualifications, to identify the most qualified candidates for the position based on the skills required to meet the needs of the Agency. After the initial screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in this competition.
Online Self-Administered Examination | (Weighted 100%)
Applicants who meet both the minimum and desirable qualifications will be invited to participate in an on-line, self–administered assessment. Please note that part of this exam will be timed. Candidates will be notified via email of this process. Only the most successful candidates will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedure listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.
Eligible List
Once all assessments have been completed, the Registrar of Voters Administrative Services Department will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future extra help vacancies.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Only online applications will be accepted. Please include your email address on your application. Email notification is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included on your application and use only one email account. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com website. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders and or accept emails ending in “governmentjobs.com” and “ocgov.com”. If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com
How to Apply:
- Apply online by clicking the “Apply” link located at the top of this announcement
- Your application should highlight all of the areas in which you have developed expertise, matching your professional experience with the specific knowledge and abilities listed
- For specific information regarding the recruitment, please contact recruitment either by email at recruitment@ocvote.gov or via telephone by calling (714) 567-6522.
EMAIL NOTIFICATION: Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
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Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Salary : $44,283 - $59,675