Office Assistant - Election 2026

City of Lancaster • Lancaster, CA

7h

About The Position

Under general supervision, assist office staff by performing clerical duties.

Requirements

• Understand and follow written and oral instructions
• Strong communication skills
• Deal tactfully and effectively with staff, participants, and the public
• Understand essential literacy and organization skills such as alphabetizing.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance

Nice To Haves

• Previous election worker experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Answer and route incoming election-related phones calls and other communications.
• Maintain filing systems and accurately record information as required.
• Greet voters and provide assistance regarding election-related questions or concerns.
• Update paperwork, maintain records, and perform basic word processing tasks.
• Assist with organizing and maintaining office common areas where ballots are processed.
• Perform ballot pickups at designated locations throughout the city.
• Sort, log, and distribute incoming election-related mail .
• Collect, stamp, and prepare outgoing mail.
• Verify voter information on ballots, including signature review.
• Assist with processing ballots throughout the day, with increased support on Election Day.
• Respond to voter inquiries in person and by phone.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed