Vote Center Representative (Extra Help, Seasonal)

Description

PEOPLE FIRST - Conduct fair, accurate, secure, and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence.

The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking seasonal Vote Center Representativesto assist in the upcoming November 2024 General Election. The Elections Division is a fast-paced environment; 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 positions of Vote Center Representatives to be hired for the following duties:

• Use an iPad tablet to verify voter eligibility.

• Provide voters with information about the current election.

• Guide voters on 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.

Most of our positions for this role will be assigned to our 4-Day Vote Centers. To be considered for this role, you MUST be available to work at least the full assignment below:

• 2 days of onboarding and training (dates in September and October, flexible subject to availability).

• Set-up: 4 hours on October 31 or November 1, to be assigned on an individual basis.

• Early Voting: November 2-4, 8 AM - 6 PM each day.

• Election Day: November 5, 6 AM - 11 PM (in some cases, the shift might last longer to accommodate voters).

Approximately 1 in 8 of our positions will work at an 11-Day Vote Center, following the schedule below:

• 2 days of onboarding and training (dates in September and October, flexible subject to availability).

• Set-up: 4 hours on October 25.

• Early Voting: October 26 - November 4, 8 AM - 6 PM weekdays AND weekends.

• Election Day: November 5, 6 AM - 11 PM (in some cases, the shift might last longer to accommodate voters).

Approximately 1 in 16 of our positions will work at a 30-Day Vote Center, following the schedule below:

• 2 days of onboarding and training (dates in September, flexible subject to availability).

• Set-up: 4 hours on October 4.

• Early Voting: October 7 - October 25, 8 AM - 6 PM weekdays.

• Early Voting: October 26 - November 4, 8 AM - 6 PM weekdays AND weekends.

• Election Day: November 5, 6 AM - 11 PM (in some cases, the shift might last longer to accommodate voters).

When you are interviewed, you will be asked your preference, so please review your schedule beforehand.

The Vote Center Support is classified as an Office Assistant I.The hourly wage for this position starts at $23.89.

NOTE:This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra-help hours are dependent on the business needs of the department and therefore work hours may vary from week to week. 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.

Qualifications

Vote Center Representative candidates will have strong organizational abilities, computer proficiency, attention to detail, and previous knowledge of vote center procedures and the live vote center application. Good candidates will also prioritize work, learn new jobs tasks quickly, and understand and carry out oral and written directions.

Some positions may require working overtime, including long hours, weekends, evenings, and holidays. Any authorized time worked more than 40 hours in the workweek shall be considered overtime and shall be compensable at the rate of one and one-half (1-1/2) times the overtime worked.

Generally, extra-help employees who work on a holiday shall be compensated for such time worked at the rate of one and one-half (1 1/2) times the straight-time rate as provided in the Overtime Section of this MOU for their work group).

The selected individuals must be available for the entire employment period until the completion of their assignment.

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. More information about our organization is available on the Elections Division website www.smcacre.gov.

The last anticipated day of employment will be ten days after Election Day. At the time of this job announcement the exact date of the election is unknown. Visit smcvote.org or follow us on social media @smcvote for updates on election schedules.

Application/Examination

Anyone may apply for these important positions. The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application, followed by a departmental interview (weight: 100%).

This is a continuous recruitment.The Elections Division will screen applications as they are received and will contact qualified candidates for department interviews. Positions could be filled at any time.

PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE ELECTIONS DIVISION OR THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT. The Elections Division will contact you by phone or email if your qualifications meet the current needs.

Because these are full-time (temporary) positions, candidates whose applications indicate they are currently employed in a full-time capacity will not be contacted. However, if you are currently employed and would like to be considered, please indicate in your resume how you could meet the required work schedule given your current employment.

Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click "Apply". If you are not on the County's website, please go tohttps://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply.

(Computer access is available for free at any San Mateo County Library.)

This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department.

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

The recruitment will be open until all positions are filled.

Tentative Interview Dates: Beginning July 17, 2024 until filled.

Registration & Elections Division

40 Tower Road San Mateo, CA 94402

Website: www.smcacre.gov

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work. San Mateo County is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.

Analyst: Sedrick Dixon (06282024) (Office Assistant I - E334-X)