Temporary Election Services Office Assistant
Maricopa County, Phoenix, AZ, United States
Temporary Election Services Office Assistant
Posting Date:
04/20/26
Application Deadline:
04/25/26
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.
Job Type:
Temporary
Department:
Elections
About the Position
The Temporary Election Services Office Assistant for the Candidate Services division will support County candidate filings, as well as a broad range of customer-focused administrative duties, lobby management, and counting signatures. This role is crucial for helping candidates and stakeholders navigate the filing process.
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
Six (6) months of clerical and/or customer service experience in a public-facing office or lobby setting
High school diploma or GED
An equivalent combination of post‑secondary education and/or job‑related experience may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
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 pass an applicable background screening
Must be able to work overtime as necessary
We Also Value
One or more years of clerical and/or customer service experience in a public-facing office or lobby setting
One or more years of administrative support experience
Job Contributions
Provides customer service to candidates and candidate representatives
Explains procedures and policies, and assists guests with filing the proper paperwork in a timely manner
Accepts, verifies completion of candidate nomination forms, and counts signatures
Performs data entry of candidate names and signature totals
Files paperwork and updates lists for each file to maintain organized records
Maintains visitor logs, greets visitors, and manages visitor flow and wait time
Scans and files digital records
Provides general information to the public and answers phone calls
Assists with other daily functions and activities of the Candidate Services Division, and other job duties as assigned
Working Conditions
Requires full-time/temporary/holiday/overtime work during the election cycle and the ability to work evenings and weekends
Requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods and upper extremity repetitive motion
Requires the ability to lift 20 pounds floor-to-shoulder, lift 20 pounds floor-to-waist, carry a minimum of 20 pounds a distance of 100 feet, and push/pull a minimum of 30 pounds a distance of 200 feet
Must not engage in any political discussion
Requires the use of Microsoft Office Tools (Office, Excel, Teams, Outlook, Bookings), Adobe Acrobat, election management software, the voter registration database, imprinting scanners, document printers, and a desk phone
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 MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.
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Posting Date:
04/20/26
Application Deadline:
04/25/26
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.
Job Type:
Temporary
Department:
Elections
About the Position
The Temporary Election Services Office Assistant for the Candidate Services division will support County candidate filings, as well as a broad range of customer-focused administrative duties, lobby management, and counting signatures. This role is crucial for helping candidates and stakeholders navigate the filing process.
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
Six (6) months of clerical and/or customer service experience in a public-facing office or lobby setting
High school diploma or GED
An equivalent combination of post‑secondary education and/or job‑related experience may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
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 pass an applicable background screening
Must be able to work overtime as necessary
We Also Value
One or more years of clerical and/or customer service experience in a public-facing office or lobby setting
One or more years of administrative support experience
Job Contributions
Provides customer service to candidates and candidate representatives
Explains procedures and policies, and assists guests with filing the proper paperwork in a timely manner
Accepts, verifies completion of candidate nomination forms, and counts signatures
Performs data entry of candidate names and signature totals
Files paperwork and updates lists for each file to maintain organized records
Maintains visitor logs, greets visitors, and manages visitor flow and wait time
Scans and files digital records
Provides general information to the public and answers phone calls
Assists with other daily functions and activities of the Candidate Services Division, and other job duties as assigned
Working Conditions
Requires full-time/temporary/holiday/overtime work during the election cycle and the ability to work evenings and weekends
Requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods and upper extremity repetitive motion
Requires the ability to lift 20 pounds floor-to-shoulder, lift 20 pounds floor-to-waist, carry a minimum of 20 pounds a distance of 100 feet, and push/pull a minimum of 30 pounds a distance of 200 feet
Must not engage in any political discussion
Requires the use of Microsoft Office Tools (Office, Excel, Teams, Outlook, Bookings), Adobe Acrobat, election management software, the voter registration database, imprinting scanners, document printers, and a desk phone
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 MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.
Apply Now!
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