Elections Staff (Seasonal)

City of Eden Prairie • Eden Prairie, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Elections Staff members support the City Clerk, Administrative Coordinator and Elections Specialist in the administration of elections. The primary position responsibilities and areas of impact are: Answers questions of the public as they relate to voter registration and elections; maintains current knowledge of election laws and process. Assists in overall administration of City-run elections; assists in the absentee voting process; maintains election judge data; tests and prepares election equipment. Assists with polling place coordination and preparation of precinct supplies. While these areas are the primary focus of this position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be called upon to perform a variety of duties as a part of their role with the City.

Requirements

• Minimum of one year of administrative office experience, including providing customer service, required.
• High School Degree required (or GED equivalent).
• Proficiency in MS Word required.
• Physical effort is light for most work with lifting or carrying limited to 25 pounds intermittently. During elections, there is considerable effort required to comply with all election laws and regulations.
• Candidates must successfully complete and pass the City’s evaluation of the pre-employment process prior to their first day of employment. Pre-employment processes for this position includes professional reference checks, work verification, background check, drivers license check.

Nice To Haves

• Previous elections administration experience in a government role, such as election/voting, or other related experience preferred.
• Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
• State Voter Registration System Experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answers questions of the public as they relate to voter registration and elections; maintains current knowledge of election laws and process.
• Assists in overall administration of City-run elections; assists in the absentee voting process; maintains election judge data; tests and prepares election equipment.
• Assists with polling place coordination and preparation of precinct supplies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED