Temporary Early Voting Support Staff (Signature Verification, Flagging, and Curing Clerks)

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About the Position

As a Temporary Signature Verification Clerk Temporary Flagging Clerk or Temporary Curing Clerk you would assist in facilitating the election process. This is done by performing data entry and research verifying signatures and contacting voters. Please note the Essential Job Tasks information below as there are three positions for this recruitment. All listed positions are temporary assignments with Maricopa County to perform work before during and after the election cycle. The placement and assignments of each temporary election worker are based on facilitation needs and the applicants abilities.

About Us

The Maricopa County Recorders Office (MCRO) is responsible for maintaining the Maricopa County voter registration records and for administering elections in partnership with the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. The MCRO also maintains a permanent public record of over 50 million documents dating back to 1871 including deeds plat maps and other important records. Our office serves over 2.5 million registered voters and 4.4 million residents across Maricopa County. The MCRO offers a friendly welcoming and collaborative environment with opportunities to grow and develop new skills.

We look forward to you joining what is considered by many to be the countrys premier recording office.

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• Work with a greater purpose
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
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We Require

• Experience in data entry from a document into a database
• Experience in keyboard and desktop navigation
• Experience in researching and gathering information
• High School diploma or GED
• Other combinations of related experience and/or education may be considered in substitution for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

Other Requirements

• Must be able to type a minimum of 35 words per minute (WPM) with accuracy
• Must be registered or eligible to register to vote in Arizona by the time of hire
• Must be able to pass applicable background screening
• Must be able to work the full work assignment extensive irregular hours and shifts based on the departments needs
• Must have a valid AZ drivers license by the time of hire

We Also Value

• One or more years of general office experience
• One or more years of moderate computer use experience
• One or more years of election experience
• One or more years of customer service experience
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Job Contributions

Signature Verification Clerk

• Utilizes Election software to verify and compare voter signatures on affidavit envelopes with records
• Analyzes signatures and performs other research such as contacting voters directly to ensure the efficacy of mail-in ballot processing

Flagging Clerk

• Conducts research adds or removes voters information from the Active Early Voting List and flags voters for ballots
• Data entry of voter information utilizing Elections software

Curing Clerk

• Utilizes proprietary Election software to view signature files and verify voter signatures on affidavit envelopes
• Outreach to voters primarily via telephone to verify identity on Early Voting affidavit envelopes and explain simple processes
• Performs a large volume of phone calls to assist voters and provide conflict resolution
• Performs general office duties including data entry email communications to voters mail sorting filing and other duties as needed
• Provides professional non-partisan customer service to voters

Working Conditions

• Full-time/Temporary/Overtime hours are mandatory during the election cycle
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
• Upper extremity repetitive motion
• Ability to review small font on hard copy or computer screen
• Ability to view a computer screen for an extended period
• Ability to lift floor-to-shoulder and shoulder-to-waist a minimum of 25 pounds and carry for 100 feet
• Ability to push/pull a minimum of up to 10 pounds for 200 feet

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.

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