Temporary Ballot Courier

Maricopa County•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Temporary Ballot Couriers retrieve ballots from Ballot Drop Boxes and securely deliver them to the central warehouse for processing. This is a temporary assignment with Maricopa County before, during, and after the election cycle. The posting states that it is reserved for administrative use and is not an active job posting; unsolicited applications will not be processed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be a registered voter or have the ability to become a registered voter in Arizona by the time of hire.
Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire.
Must pass an applicable background screening.
Must be able to work overtime as necessary.
Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods; lift up to 25 pounds from floor to shoulder and shoulder to waist and carry it for 100 feet; push or pull up to 50 pounds for 100 feet; stoop and bend; perform repetitive upper-extremity motions; and travel within Maricopa County using a County vehicle.
Must wear closed-toed shoes at all times.
Must not engage in political discussion.

Nice To Haves

One or more years of professional driving experience.
One or more years of warehouse experience.
One or more years of election experience.

Responsibilities

Retrieve ballots from Ballot Drop Boxes and securely deliver them to the central warehouse for processing.
Work in teams of two representing different political affiliations.
Complete a chain-of-custody form signed by a Polling Location or Vote Center Inspector to ensure the lawful hand-off and transportation of ballots.
Participate in audits conducted when ballots arrive at the central warehouse and when ballots are prepared for transport.