Temporary Ballot Tabulation Center (BTC) Floater
Maricopa County, Phoenix, AZ, United States
Posting Date
04/27/26
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled
Pay Range
Pay for this position is $18 hourly.
This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Hours may vary from Part-time to Full-time hours based on business needs.
Job Type
Election Workers (Seasonal)
Department
Elections
About the Position
As a Temporary Ballot Tabulation Center Floater, you facilitate the election process by organizing, processing ballots, providing guidance, and performing data entry. This position acts as a BTC Adjudicator, BTC Inspector, or BTC Operator if needed, or assists with other assigned tasks. Floaters may also be asked to help with equipment setup and testing. If there is a recount, all floaters are asked to return after the election to assist with conducting the recount.
About Us
Maricopa County Elections serves over 2.5 million registered voters as they exercise their right to make informed decisions regarding the selection of local and national leaders and ballot measures. We believe in teamwork, creating a vibrant, exciting work environment, and pursuing opportunities to make a positive impact in the communities that make up the 4th largest and fastest-growing County in the United States! Our work supports elections in cities, towns, school districts, and special districts, and we look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Proud To Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require
This position requires a high school diploma or GED.
Other Requirements
Must be a registered voter or have the ability to become a registered voter in the State of Arizona by the time of hire
Must be registered as Independent or Party Not Designated when acting as a BTC Inspector
Must be registered as a Republican or Democrat when acting on a bipartisan Duplication or Adjudication Board
Must pass an applicable background screening
Must be able to work overtime as necessary
Must have legible penmanship
We Also Valu
e
One or more years of general office experience
One or more years of moderate computer use experience
One or more years of warehouse experience
One or more years of election experience
One or more years of customer service experience
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Job Contributions
Performs all Tabulation Room tasks, is cross-trained in all areas of the Tabulation Room, and remains flexible on a daily basis to fill in where needed
Collaborates in teams of two, each representing different political affiliations, to assess a voter's intent (e.g., Republican and Democrat) or assists teams when they are unsure about a voter's intent by providing guidance and clarification
Maintains accurate and legible documentation of ballot processing
Stands throughout the assignment, moving between teams as necessary to provide guidance
Organizes bundles of ballots to feed into tabulators or scanners by sorting, stacking, and straightening bundles
Lifts up to 50-pound ballot trays from racks to the tabulation machine
Assists in setting up and testing equipment for the Vote Centers
Assists other divisions within Elections or the Recorder's Office with daily operations and additional job duties as assigned
Working Conditions
Full-time/Temporary/Holidays/Overtime hours are mandatory during the election cycle
Upper extremity repetitive motion is required
Requires the ability to review small fonts on hard copy or computer screen, to lift floor-to-shoulder and shoulder-to-waist a minimum of 50 pounds, and carry it for 100 feet, and to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
All operations will be conducted under Livestream cameras and in the presence of political observers
Must not engage in any political discussions
Selection Procedure
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact
to initiate the interactive process.
Apply Now!
04/27/26
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled
Pay Range
Pay for this position is $18 hourly.
This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Hours may vary from Part-time to Full-time hours based on business needs.
Job Type
Election Workers (Seasonal)
Department
Elections
About the Position
As a Temporary Ballot Tabulation Center Floater, you facilitate the election process by organizing, processing ballots, providing guidance, and performing data entry. This position acts as a BTC Adjudicator, BTC Inspector, or BTC Operator if needed, or assists with other assigned tasks. Floaters may also be asked to help with equipment setup and testing. If there is a recount, all floaters are asked to return after the election to assist with conducting the recount.
About Us
Maricopa County Elections serves over 2.5 million registered voters as they exercise their right to make informed decisions regarding the selection of local and national leaders and ballot measures. We believe in teamwork, creating a vibrant, exciting work environment, and pursuing opportunities to make a positive impact in the communities that make up the 4th largest and fastest-growing County in the United States! Our work supports elections in cities, towns, school districts, and special districts, and we look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Proud To Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require
This position requires a high school diploma or GED.
Other Requirements
Must be a registered voter or have the ability to become a registered voter in the State of Arizona by the time of hire
Must be registered as Independent or Party Not Designated when acting as a BTC Inspector
Must be registered as a Republican or Democrat when acting on a bipartisan Duplication or Adjudication Board
Must pass an applicable background screening
Must be able to work overtime as necessary
Must have legible penmanship
We Also Valu
e
One or more years of general office experience
One or more years of moderate computer use experience
One or more years of warehouse experience
One or more years of election experience
One or more years of customer service experience
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Job Contributions
Performs all Tabulation Room tasks, is cross-trained in all areas of the Tabulation Room, and remains flexible on a daily basis to fill in where needed
Collaborates in teams of two, each representing different political affiliations, to assess a voter's intent (e.g., Republican and Democrat) or assists teams when they are unsure about a voter's intent by providing guidance and clarification
Maintains accurate and legible documentation of ballot processing
Stands throughout the assignment, moving between teams as necessary to provide guidance
Organizes bundles of ballots to feed into tabulators or scanners by sorting, stacking, and straightening bundles
Lifts up to 50-pound ballot trays from racks to the tabulation machine
Assists in setting up and testing equipment for the Vote Centers
Assists other divisions within Elections or the Recorder's Office with daily operations and additional job duties as assigned
Working Conditions
Full-time/Temporary/Holidays/Overtime hours are mandatory during the election cycle
Upper extremity repetitive motion is required
Requires the ability to review small fonts on hard copy or computer screen, to lift floor-to-shoulder and shoulder-to-waist a minimum of 50 pounds, and carry it for 100 feet, and to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
All operations will be conducted under Livestream cameras and in the presence of political observers
Must not engage in any political discussions
Selection Procedure
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact
to initiate the interactive process.
Apply Now!