What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elections Seasonal - Voter Registration Assistant position at Snohomish County?
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Snohomish County Elections is looking for hard working, team oriented, dedicated people with flexible schedules to serve as Voter Registration Assistants. We need energetic, responsible, reliable people to support the administration of the upcoming November General Election.
Snohomish County Elections is looking for hard working, team oriented, dedicated people with flexible schedules to serve as Voter Registration Assistants. We need energetic, responsible, reliable people to support the administration of the upcoming November General Election.
Voter Registration Assistants accurately perform repetitive, high volume data entry, telephone and in-person customer service, register voters and assist voters, and various clerical tasks relating to voter registration and election ballots.
The date range and hours of work are dependent upon volume of work. Flexibility is key as some days you may work very few hours and other days you may work very long hours. In addition, the length of the assignment can vary due to many factors. The election cycle can be unpredictable!
Notice: If you are retired, please ensure that your retirement benefits will not be adversely affected if you accept seasonal employment with Snohomish County Elections.
BASIC FUNCTION OF A VOTER REGISTRATION ASSISTANT
Accurately perform repetitive, high volume data entry, telephone and in-person customer service and various clerical tasks pertaining to voter registration and election ballots. Voter Registration Assistants work in an office environment and at Accessible Voting Sites.
STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
- Follows applicable federal, state and local election laws and county elections division policies and procedures.
- Accesses and accurately updates the Voter Registration Database.
- Processes voter registration forms and online work queues correctly and efficiently.
- Assists in-person, phone or email customers with voter registration and election questions.
- Prepares materials for mailing.
- Processes voter file orders.
- Maintains appropriate audit logs and ballot security processes.
- Compares scanned ballot envelope signatures to voter's registration signature (if assigned).
- Assists in opening and closing remote Accessible Voting Sites (if assigned).
- Delivers election materials to remote Accessible Voting Sites (if assigned).
- Provides in-person assistance to voters at remote Accessible Voting Sites (if assigned).
Voter Registration Assistant
2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE *Backup and alternate positions may be available
Voter Registration Assistants provide customer service to voters at the main county campus. Assistants accept voted ballots, register voters and provide ballots for voters.
Work location: 3000 Rockefeller Ave, Everett 98201
Required Dates:
October 12 through November 6, Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.
Includes mandatory, paid training.
Special Hours/Dates:
October 31: Saturday, 10:00am to 4:00pm
November 2: Monday 8:30am to 6:00pm
November 3: Election Day - 8:30am to 8:15pm
Accessible Voting Site Assistant
1 POSITIONS AVAILABLE
*Backup and alternate positions may be available
Accessible Voting Site Assistants provide customer service to voters at one of three Accessible Voting Sites in Snohomish County. Assistants accept voted ballots, register voters and provide ballots for voters. Assistants are assigned to an Accessible Voting Site and must have reliable transportation to and from the voting site.
Accessible Voting Site Essential Duties
1. Accesses the Voter Registration Database.
2. Opens and closes the Accessible Voting Site daily.
3. Provides assistance to Accessible Voting Site voters.
4. Delivers election materials prior to opening and after closing each day (if assigned).
Voting Locations (work location will be assigned):
Medallion Inn & Suites Lynnwood Neighborhood Center Monroe Fairgrounds/Longhouse
16710 Smokey Point Blvd. 19509 64th Avenue West 14405 179th Avenue SE
Arlington, WA 98223 Lynnwood, WA 98036 Monroe, WA 98272
Required dates and hours:
October 30: Mandatory, paid training approximately 5 hrs, training start time dependent on assigned location
October 31: 9:30am - 4:30pm
November 2: 8:00am to 6:30pm
November 3: 8:00am to 9:00pm
One (1) year of office experience to include basic computer skills and data entry. One (1) year of experience in customer service. Must be 18 years of age, a high school graduate or equivalent, and available during specific election periods. Must pass a criminal background check.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS ONLY IF ASSIGNED TO AN ACCESSIBLE VOTING SITE
If assigned to an Accessible Voting Site to provide voter registration services, you must have a valid Washington State driver's license. If using a personal vehicle, proof of current registration and insurance must be provided, be able to accommodate a passenger and transport three (3) ballot tubs that measure 15" X 27.5" X 18.5" each.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS ONLY IF ASSIGNED TO AN ACCESSIBLE VOTING SITE
If assigned to an Accessible Voting Site to provide voter registration services, you must have a valid Washington State driver's license. If using a personal vehicle, proof of current registration and insurance must be provided, be able to accommodate a passenger and transport three (3) ballot tubs that measure 15" X 27.5" X 18.5" each.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Knowledge of:
- office practices and procedures
- basic computer and database skills
- customer service techniques and practices
- rules of grammar, spelling, punctuation and word usage
- basic arithmetic
- Microsoft Office applications
Ability to:
- learn, retain and follow detailed, complex instructions
- follow oral and written procedures
- communicate effectively orally and in writing
- establish and maintain effective work relationships with superiors and peers
- exercise initiative and judgment and make decisions within the scope of assigned duties
- maintain necessary records
- assist the public in a tactful and courteous manner
- exhibit positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work habits
- work under pressure with strict deadlines
- utilize standard and specialized office equipment
- enter high volumes of data accurately
- perform data verification and make
SUPERVISION
The employee in this position receives supervision from the Voter Registration Lead, other Election area leads, the Elections and Voter Registration Supervisor, and the Elections and Voter Registration Manager. The employee is responsible for the quantity and accuracy of the work produced and work is reviewed to ensure conformance with policies, procedures and election laws.
WORKING CONDITIONS
High productivity work environment. Work hours may vary and are dependent on election timelines, voter registration volume and the volume of ballots. Work hours may include weekends, holidays and extended hours per day. Work location may vary and include Accessible Voting Sites located in various parts of Snohomish County. Work requires sitting for extended periods of time, reaching, bending, and kneeling, ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds repetitively, and the use of push/pull carts and/or hand trucks.
Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
EEO policy and ADA notice
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
EEO policy and ADA notice
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