Temporary Part Time Election Assistant

Position SummaryBrown County is seeking persons to serve as Election Judges/Election Assistants including Absentee Ballot Board duties, performing technical procedures to assist elections staff in conducting absentee voting, election administration tasks, and related duties as assigned.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesThese examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions.Review returned absentee ballots for completion.Determine voter’s registration status within the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS) and the signature envelope.Compare voter’s identifying requirements within the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS) and ensure voter has signed the envelope.Review voter’s witness eligibility.Count and balance absentee ballots.Open, duplicate and initialize ballots.Tabulate absentee ballots.Accurately compile statistics related to issued and received absentee ballots.Prepare and /or enter data into the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS).Prepare, stuff and/or collate election related materials.Assist with ballot and equipment testing.Issue absentee ballots to county residents.Answer questions from the voters and others regarding electionsOther duties as assigned.QualificationsMinimum QualificationsAt least 18 years of age.A Minnesota resident for at least 20 days.A citizen of the United States.Able to read, write, and speak the English language.Eligible to vote in Minnesota.High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) Valid Driver's LicenseTo view the specific minimum qualifications/statutory requirements you must meet in order to serve as an election judge, please use the following link to read Sec. 204B.19 of the Minnesota Statues in relation to Election Judges Qualifications: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/204B.19Knowledge, Skills And AbilitiesAbility to learn and carry out Minnesota election processes, laws, policies and procedures.Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Ability to work effectively with the public, department and County associates in a professional manner.Ability to organize work efficiently and effectively.Ability to use computers and computer programs proficiently.Ability to perform accurate detail work with figures, statistical records, filing proofreading and spelling.Ability to effectively and efficiently work under pressure in a highly visible work environment during elections.WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a County office building. Some travel within Brown County may be required. Lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis. Position may require travel within Brown County and will require occasional use of a personal vehicle. Equipment that may be used include, but is not limited to, ballot counter, computer, tablet, printer, telephone, calculator, copy and scanning machines.Salary Range4 hours or less per workday = $50.>4 hours and 6 hours and 8 hours = $100 + $12.50 per additional hour per workday.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYERThis position is not eligible for benefits.01I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete all of the following supplemental questions. I understand that I will only receive credit to responses that are supported in the information I provide in my employment application and that a resume will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Please check the "yes" button if you have read and understand this.YesNo02Do you wish to claim Veteran's Preference? Veterans Preference points are awarded to qualified veterans and spouses of disabled/deceased veterans. Points are awarded subject to provisions of M.S. 197.455. You must provide documentation (DD214 and/or VA documents) establishing your right to claim the preference. Please attach your documentation to this application.Veteran: As defined in Minn. Stat. 197.447.Disabled Veteran: Please provide documentation of a USDVA verified disability.Spouse of a disabled veteran with a service connected disability rating.Spouse of a deceased veteran who died on, or as a result of, an active duty injury.Not a Veteran or do not wish to claim a veteran's preference.03Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent?YesNo04Have you ever been an Election Judge or assisted in election duties?YesNo Required Question