Administrative Assistant - Elections; Temporary Position

Overview

Administrative Assistant I – Elections (Temporary Position)

Department:
Finance and Property Services

Location:

Cambridge, MN | Job Type: Part-Time | FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt | Union Affiliation:
Non-Union

This temporary part‑time position will support election administration for the Finance and Property Services Division. The role will involve processing absentee ballots, data entry, testing voting equipment, and general clerical duties. The work is non‑partisan and requires strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and basic computer proficiency. Prior experience with County Auditor‑Treasurer functions or election administration is a plus.

$22.70 per hour

• Processes absentee ballots, voter registration applications, and other department documents.
• Prepares and enters data into department software applications and the state voter registration system.
• Performs clerical tasks including preparation of outgoing mail, filing, copying, scanning, and ordering supplies.
• Tests election equipment and records test results.
• Provides general and technical information in response to oral and written inquiries from the public and government officials.
• Assists the public with completion of forms, understanding laws and regulations, using the county website, and obtaining information.
• Examines incoming documents, forms, and other materials for completeness and conformity with department requirements.
• Receives and responds to department telephone inquiries and directs calls to other staff as appropriate.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• State of Minnesota eligibility requirements to serve as an election judge.

• Knowledge of Minnesota election processes, laws, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of data privacy practices and procedures, and ability to maintain confidential documents and information.
• Skill in the use of computers for data entry and information gathering.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Ability to read a manual and apply its procedures to a work situation.
• Ability to complete assigned work with accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to understand, follow, and communicate oral and written instructions.
• Ability to collect and organize data and convert to written reports.
• Ability to maintain complex records and prepare reports from the same.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers, officials, and the public.
• Regular and timely work attendance.

Physical Requirements:

Frequent exertion of 25 pounds, occasional up to 50 pounds; requires sitting, speaking, using hands, repetitive motions, occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, lifting.

Sensory Requirements:
Standard vision and vocal communication skills; hearing required.

Environmental Conditions:

Moderately noisy office environment.

Applicants must complete the online application, including Work Experience and Education sections. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

• Posted:
  Wednesday, June 10, 2026
• Final date to receive applications:
  Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.
• Equal Opportunity
  
  Employer:
  
  AA/EEO

A fully completed Isanti County Online Application and resume must be received by Human Resources. The application will be evaluated in a Training and Experience Assessment worth 100 points. Veterans Preference will be applied in accordance with Minnesota law. Qualified applicants will be invited to the interview process. Final appointment is contingent upon a background investigation, including a criminal history search.

Background investigation costs are paid by Isanti County.