Election Worker - Vote Center Representative (Extra Help, Seasonal)
About The Position
The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking seasonal Election Worker – Vote Center Representatives to assist in the upcoming November 3, 2026 Statewide General Election. This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in the election process! The Elections Division is an exciting, fast-paced environment, especially as elections approach. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized, and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic process. We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the temporary, full-time position of Vote Center Representative. The Vote Center Representative is classified as an Office Assistant I. This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra-help employees shall not exceed 1,040 hours of work per fiscal year. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.
Requirements
- Strong organizational abilities
- Computer proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Prioritize work
- Learn new tasks quickly
- Understand and carry out oral and written directions
- Enjoy interacting with the public/voters
- Available for the entire employment period until the completion of their assignment.
- Complete a Live Scan in a timely manner
- Be available to work at least the full assignment
Nice To Haves
- Previous knowledge of vote center procedures is desired but not required.
- Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin and/or Cantonese, or Tagalog/Filipino is HIGHLY desired but not required.
- Fluency in Korean, Burmese, Hindi, Japanese, Indonesian, Vietnamese, or Thai is desired but not required.
Responsibilities
- Use an iPad tablet to verify voter eligibility.
- Provide voters with information about the current election.
- Guide voters on the use of electronic ballot marking devices.
- Operate office equipment including Windows laptops, printers, and iPad tablets.
- Assist voters with registering to vote and casting their ballot.
- Issue ballots using Windows laptops.
- Maintain accurate files and records.
- Secure election materials and supplies to maintain the integrity of the election.
Benefits
- Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
