Election Day Field Support (FED) – San Francisco Department of Elections (1402 Junior Clerk)

City and County of San Francisco • San Francisco, CA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Elections (Department) aims to provide equitable access to voting and election-related services, conducting free, fair, and functional elections for the City and County of San Francisco. Department staff work year-round to ensure every eligible San Franciscan has easy access to safe, barrier-free registration and voting options. The Department continuously improves its programs to be more efficient and responsive to voter needs. It cultivates a workplace where employees of all backgrounds feel respected, valued, and supported in delivering equitable services. The Department is committed to an inclusive workplace and provides necessary training and resources for employee success. It encourages job seekers of all backgrounds, especially from underrepresented communities, to apply.

In preparation for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election, the Department is seeking applications for seasonal positions of roving Field Election Deputies (FEDs) to provide support to Poll Workers at polling places on Election Day. FEDs serve from approximately 5:00 a.m. to approximately midnight, first visiting and confirming polling places are set up and opened on time, then monitoring procedural compliance and ensuring poll workers are carrying out their tasks properly and following health and safety protocols. Finally, FEDs assist with polling place closing procedures as needed. Each FED is responsible for a territory of approximately 7 to 10 polling places and is provided with a van. To prepare for Election Day, FEDs must complete several training sessions. In addition to the above-listed tasks, the person in this position will be responsible for the range of duties assigned to the 1402 job code: 1402-Junior Clerk | City and County of San Francisco.

Requirements

• A valid California Driver’s License.
• A clean DMV record (no more than 2 points within the last 3 years, and no more than 1 point in the last year).
• No DUIs, reckless driving, or endangerment within the last 10 years.
• Regular City driving/parking experience.
• Experience driving for extended hours (breaks will be provided).
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Six (6) months of clerical experience including preparing and maintaining a variety of records and/or documents, filing, use of office equipment, public contact and processing of incoming and outgoing mail.
• Applicants must have a valid California driver's license and a clean DMV record.
• Successful candidates will be required to show their valid CA driver’s license and provide a copy of their latest DMV record before an offer can be made.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to track and address numerous high-priority tasks simultaneously with a professional and confident demeanor.
• Diplomatic and conscientious people-management skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to use, or learn how to use, a Smart Phone.
• Ability to safely drive and park a large vehicle (minivan or SUV).
• Commitment to ensuring voters are offered materials and assistance that allow them to independently cast a secret ballot free from intimidation.
• Commitment to ensuring all election laws are upheld, and procedures are consistently followed.

Responsibilities

• Visit and confirm polling places are set up and opened on time.
• Monitor procedural compliance at polling places.
• Ensure poll workers are carrying out their tasks properly and following health and safety protocols.
• Assist with polling place closing procedures as needed.
• Responsible for a territory of approximately 7 to 10 polling places.
• Complete several training sessions to prepare for Election Day.
• Perform duties assigned to the 1402 job code: 1402-Junior Clerk.

Benefits

• Health coverage (for temporary exempt as-needed employees who have worked more than 1040 hours in any consecutive 12-month period, and whose normal work week at the time of inclusion in the system is not less than 20 hours).
• Retirement benefits (for temporary exempt as-needed employees who have worked more than 1040 hours in any consecutive 12-month period, and whose normal work week at the time of inclusion in the system is not less than 20 hours).

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees