Elections Clerk Job Rockwall area,Texas USA,Management

An election clerk is responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and smooth operation of the voting process at a polling location. Working under the direct supervision of an Election Judge, they perform essential clerical and customer service duties to assist voters and manage polling location operations.

Core Responsibilities

Set up polling locations:
Prepare the physical voting location by setting up voting equipment, tables, chairs, and mandatory signage.

Verify Voter Eligibility: greet arriving voters, review acceptable forms of identification, and verify registration status by using an electronic poll book.

Process and Assist Voters: guide voters through the check-in process, issue correct ballot styles, instruct or demonstrate how to use electronic voting equipment and answer non‑partisan procedural questions.

Maintain Order and Security: ensure compliance with Texas Election Code, prevent electioneering within the boundaries outlined by law, and protect the security of ballots and equipment throughout the day.

Close the polling location: assist with securing the ballots, compiling final voter accounting reports, packing up and securing voting equipment for pick up, and preparing official election documents after the polls close.

Standard Requirements & Qualifications Age and Registration

Must be a qualified voter of the county (student clerks can be 16‑17)

May be a qualified voter of any territory, IF they are a permanent employee of a political subdivision

Cannot be a candidate running for a contested office on election day and appear on the ballot

Cannot be related within the second degree by consanguinity or affinity (blood or marriage) to an opposed candidate

Cannot be an employee of an opposed candidate on the ballot

Cannot be a campaign manager or treasurer; serving in any other campaign role is also discouraged for election judges and clerks.

Hold an elective public office

Have been convicted of a felony or election offense

Physical Demands

Ability to lift up to 30‑50 lbs. (moving election equipment)

Sit or stand for extended periods

Time Commitment: willing to work long shifts, typically 12‑14+ hours on Election Day

Mandatory Training: attend one of two offered trainings before an election

Key

Skills:

strong attention to detail, interpersonal communication, neutral public conduct, and basic computer proficiency.

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