Seasonal/Temporary Election Worker

Pottawatomie County•Westmoreland, KS

22h•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
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.
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.
The work involves the performance of specific routine operations that include a few separate tasks or procedures.
Works independently with occasional supervision from the Pottawatomie County Clerk & Election Supervisor, with no supervisory duties.
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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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