Seasonal/Temporary Election Worker

Description:

Pottawatomie County is hiring one (1) seasonal / temporary election worker. From 7/6/26 to 8/13/26 this position will work approximately 10am-3pm daily. From 10/5/26 to 11/12/26 this position will work approximately 10am-3pm daily. The week of elections, this position will work approximately 40-hours.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Pottawatomie County Clerk and Election Supervisor, the Temporary Election Worker is a temporary, non-exempt position under FLSA. They perform a variety of clerical, recordkeeping, customer service, and election tasks to assist with the smooth operation of the organization.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(required): 1. Greets and directs clients and visitors. 2. Provides courteous & professional service for internal and external customers. 3. Process advance and early voter registration forms and absentee ballot applications. 4. Assisting with returned ballots and verifying voter signatures. 5. Filing and scanning of election documents. 6. In conjunction with the Election Supervisor, assist with elections, election training and election abstracts. 7. Answers phone calls. 8. Receives, records, and distributes packages and mail. 9. Copies, collates, and otherwise prepares reports for mailings, meetings, and other correspondence. 10. Performs other related duties as assigned.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

1. Proficient in Microsoft Office or similar software. 2. Basic understanding of office equipment. 3. Basic understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing. 4. Ability to work independently and identify and solve problems. 5. Ability to organize and prioritize work.

Requirements:

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is preferred. One year of similar or related experience is preferred. Knowledge and experience with computer data entry using Microsoft Office programs necessary.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The employee must have a thorough knowledge of computer software, and a working knowledge of mathematics, bookkeeping and elections. The employee must have excellent interpersonal, bookkeeping, office practices, and organizational and oral communication skills. The position requires the ability to read, comprehend, and write neatly and legibly.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work environment and physical demand characteristics described here are representative and not intended to be fully inclusive of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk, and hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

MACHINES/EQUIPMENT USED

Personal Computer and related software 10-key Copier Multi-line phone Printer Scanner Postage Meter

PROBLEM SOLVING

The position requires the ability to read, comprehend and write. The position makes decisions about locating requested information in an efficient and prompt manner for the general public and county offices.

DECISION MAKING

The work involves the performance of specific routine operations that include a few separate tasks or procedures.

SUPERVISION/ACCOUNTABILITY

Works independently with occasional supervision from the Pottawatomie County Clerk & Election Supervisor, with no supervisory duties.

PERSONAL RELATIONS

Attitude is very important; the employee shall maintain a good working and relations attitude with all contacts. Daily contact with the general public, co-workers, supervisory personnel and elected or appointed officials is expected. An offer for employment for this position is contingent upon the applicant passing pre-employment background checks which may include, but are not necessarily limited to: Drug Screening, Driving Record, Criminal History, Physical Capacity, and/or Skills Testing.