Poll Worker Dispatch and Ballot Delivery Driver – San Francisco Department of Elections (1402 Junior Clerk)
About The Position
In preparation for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election, the Department is seeking applications for seasonal positions of Poll Worker Dispatch and Ballot Delivery Driver (1402 Junior Clerk). The ideal candidate will have the ability to skillfully drive a sedan and/or van, adhere to directions, and maintain focus and accuracy in their work, all while demonstrating a strong commitment to safety. This role requires the continuous use of hands and arms, as well as the ability to sit for prolonged periods during safe vehicle operation. The candidate must be able to work independently and be able to use a smart phone for navigation and communication purposes. The person in this position will be assigned to transport standby poll workers and supplies from City to Hall to polling places across the City, and vice versa. These drivers may also be required to deliver or pick-up ballots from voters under the Emergency Ballot Delivery Program. While the primary assignment is on Election Day, June 2, 2026, there may be additional tasks between May 26, 2026 and June 12, 2026, depending on the operational needs of the Department. The person in this position may also be assigned as to guide the lines in the Voting Center or to a polling place on Election Day, or to assist with Poll Worker Dispatch duties, as needed. The person may also be assigned to assist in post-election tasks as needed. In addition to the duties indicated above, the person in this position may also be assigned the range of duties assigned to the 1402 job code: https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=1402&setId=COMMN
Requirements
- Have a valid California Driver’s License and a clean DMV record
- No more than 2 points within the last 3 years, and no more than 1 point in the last year are allowed
- No DUI’s, reckless driving and endangerment within the last 10 years
- Regular City driving/ parking experience
- Must be knowledgeable about troubleshooting basic car issues, i.e. dead batteries/ changing tires
- Must be comfortable driving for an entire day (breaks included)
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 22 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.
Nice To Haves
- Excellent work ethics and sense of responsibility
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to follow instructions, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively
- Flexibility, tolerance, and stamina for repetitive tasks and occasional long hours
- Must be comfortable working under public observation and photography
- Prior experience using Google Forms
- Prior experience using smartphones
- Prior experience using navigation systems
- Regular City driving/ parking experience
- Must be knowledgeable about troubleshooting basic car issues, i.e. dead batteries/ changing tires
- Must be comfortable driving for long stretches (breaks included)
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 22 lbs.
Responsibilities
- Transport standby poll workers and supplies from City Hall to polling places across the City, and vice versa.
- Deliver or pick-up ballots from voters under the Emergency Ballot Delivery Program.
- Guide the lines in the Voting Center or at a polling place on Election Day.
- Assist with Poll Worker Dispatch duties, as needed.
- Assist in post-election tasks as needed.
Benefits
- 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 are eligible for health coverage and retirement benefits.
- Overtime hours are paid at 1.5 the hourly rate.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
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