Election Assistant
County of Sacramento
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Election Clerk II/III
State of Alaska
Governor's Office
Job Description
Summary
This temporary job involves working as an election clerk in Fairbanks, Alaska, where you'll handle front-desk tasks like answering calls and helping voters with questions about registration, polling places, and absentee ballots, plus entering data accurately into systems.
It's a full-time role from spring through fall, with overtime during busy election periods, and suits detail-oriented people who enjoy customer service and office work in a team setting.
Ideal candidates are reliable high school graduates with basic computer skills and strong communication abilities.
Key Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Valid Alaska Driver's License
- Registered to vote in Alaska
- Typing speed of at least 30 words per minute
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
Full Job Description
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The Division of Elections is now accepting applications for multiple Temporary Election Clerk 2/3 positions in Fairbanks. These are full-time, temporary roles starting between March and mid-May, and running through mid-November. While these positions are not eligible for health insurance or PERS, they do participate in the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) as an alternative to Social Security contributions. Please note that overtime will be required during the peak election season.
What you will be doing:
As a Temporary Election Clerk, the incumbent will be responsible for performing a full range of receptionist duties including providing telephone coverage and greeting the public.
In addition, this position provides information to the public concerning voter registrations, polling locations, candidates, the absentee voting process, and other related information both orally and in writing.
This position is responsible for extensive data entry functions with a high degree of accuracy, including voter registration input and absentee ballots.
These positions are range 10 or 12, depending on qualifications.
We are looking to hire someone with the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience:
- Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, and calendar software (Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook), and the use of computer systems in an office environment.
- Ability to type 30 words per minute.
- Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Excellent attention to detail; thorough when performing work and conscientious about the importance of accuracy.
The benefits of joining our team:
This position provides meaningful work in support of our mission and offers the opportunity to work alongside an elite team of hardworking individuals. This regional office is a tight knit family, which expands every other year with the election schedule. The work is exciting and varied and you will be part of a fun and dedicated team, providing an essential service to Alaskans.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Additional Required Information
Please attach a resume and three professional references.
The incumbent must have a valid Alaska Drivers License and be registered to vote. EEO Statement:
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Additional Information
Amanda McColley
Region III Election Supervisor
Phone: (907) 451-2835
Email: amanda.mccolley@alaska.gov
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