Elections Administrative Assistant - On call
Listed on 2026-08-03
-
Management
Clerical
##
Job Summary
Job Summary
This position participates in the processing of in-coming and out-going election ballots in preparation for official vote counts. They serve on election boards, including write-in boards, official hand counts, and official recounts. The work hours may vary and could require extended shifts.
Essential Functions
- Election Ballot Processing
- Serve within a diverse team in a secure setting
- Sort, process and review ballots in accordance with the instructions provided
- Separate ballot materials from envelopes and operate related equipment, as needed
- Review and prepare ballots for vote tabulation and run equipment
- Secure and Transport Election Materials
- Lift and transport election materials
- Follow instructions and perform duties within the rules and guidance provided
- Work without expressing political views while on the job
- Maintain the security and privacy of each ballot cast
* Please note:
*
- This is an on-call position not to exceed 1040 hours in a fiscal year.
- This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies or be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies.
(Download PDF reader) for a complete list of the duties, responsibilities and physical requirements for the On-Call Elections Administrative Assistant
* The following minimum qualifications are *
* required *
* for this position:*
- High School Diploma or GED;
AND - 1 year of professional work experience.
* Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and work experience may be considered.
* * Please note candidates must have at least 6 months of actual work experience to be considered as equivalent.
* Special Requirements
- Applicants must reside in Benton County to be considered for this position.
Physical Requirements
- Frequently sitting for long periods of time
- Frequently standing for long periods of time
- Frequently reaching and grasping with fingers and hands
- Regularly lift materials and supplies up to 10 lbs
- Occasionally lift materials and supplies up to 30 lbs
- May involve frequent reaching, grasping, reading, listening and repetitive motions
Your Total Compensation/Benefits
- Hourly salary of $15.55
- Rewarding work in a productive, innovative, and creative environment
- Colleagues who are passionate about public service
- A great work-life balance
- Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with Benton County
- Live, work, and play in Corvallis, Oregon
Please ensure you have provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying.
Questions regarding this position can be directed to
Jo Missler, Records & Elections Deputy Director
Benton County Records & Elections
Telephone:
jo.missler
* Working at Benton County
Additional information
- This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
- This position is limited to working 1040 hours in a fiscal year (July 1st - June 30)
- This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies and establish a pool of qualified candidates for future vacancies.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website:
Veterans Resources.
NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA. - Benton County does not offer VISA sponsor ships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
- If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling .
* Benton County is an equal opportunity employer.*
Helpful links and contact information
Learn more about Benton County
Understanding the County Application Process
Job Interest Cards webpage
For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting or by phone at .
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).