Elections Assistant

Elections Assistant City of Golden Valley (MN) Golden Valley, MN Job Details Temporary | Seasonal $22.68 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Customer inquiry handling Full Job Description JOB Election Assistants support the City Clerk in the planning, administration, and execution of various duties in connection with the local, county, state, and national elections.

This recruitment will be used to establish an eligibility list for the 2026 election cycle to fill multiple temporary Elections Assistant positions, which may include a combination of full-time and part-time roles (anticipated to include up to two full-time and/or up to four part-time positions). Final position allocation may be adjusted at the discretion of the City based on operational needs and the applicant pool. Work schedules will vary depending on assignment. These positions will be open until filled; priority candidate consideration is based on the following application dates:

First Round of Consideration:

05/14/2026

Second Round of Consideration:

05/28/2026Expected Hours of WorkWork schedules will vary depending on assignment. This is a short-term appointment requiring a consistent commitment for the full duration of employment. Due to statutory election deadlines and operational needs, selected candidates must be available to work scheduled shifts as assigned, including extended hours and weekends as Election Day approaches.

Schedule Overview:

Full-Time vs.

Part-Time:

Full-Time Temporary Positions:

June 15 - August 15: 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. (M-F)August 17 - September 11: Approximately 20 hours per week; schedule to be arranged within standard business hours of 7:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. (M-F) September 14 - November 6: 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. (M-F)Part-Time Temporary Positions (Mornings): June 15 - August 12: 7:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. (M-F)September 14 - November 4: 7:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. (M-F)Part-Time Temporary Positions (Afternoons): June 15 - August 12: 11:45 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. (M-F)September 14 - November 4: 11:45 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. (M-F)

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these essential functions: Assist voters in obtaining an absentee ballot by entering and/or proofing data in computer system.

Attend election training as required to help in the administration of election services for the City.

Answer general inquiries from the public regarding voting locations, voter registration, absentee voting, and basic election procedures.

Assist voters with in-person absentee voting and early voting.

Serve as a member of the Absentee Ballot Board.

Assist with election equipment testing to ensure accuracy of equipment.

Assist with ordering and packing precinct election supplies.

Assist with election judge recruitment, assignments, training, and processing timesheets.

Type and/or update correspondence, reports, forms and training materials.

Provide on-site assistance to Golden Valley polling locations on Election Day.

Perform other general clerical duties including data entry, copying, scanning, filing, and assembling documents.

Operate general office equipment such as telephone, personal computer, copier, printer, scanning equipment, and/or calculatorOther DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position does not have employee supervisory responsibilities.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Work is conducted primarily indoors. Employees in this position are generally free from work hazards.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to: Regularly read and interpret documents and other written material. Regularly communicate and exchange information with others in person, over the telephone, and using written communication methods. Frequently remain in a stationary position and regularly move within the building to attend meetings and access files and office machinery.

Occasionally traverse around the City on Election Day to provide on-site assistance to polling locations. Regularly operate computers and other office equipment, such as a copy machine, printer, and telephone, as well as equipment/tools consistently found in municipal law. Occasionally move or transport items weighing up to 35 pounds.

EEO StatementThe City of Golden Valley is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. It will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.