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  • Elections Temporary Assignment

    Contra Costa County, California United States Contra Costa County, CA Temporary $60,591.43 Annually Aug 25, 2025
    Contra Costa County Human Resources Department Employer:

    Contra Costa County, CA

    The County of Contra Costa, California was incorporated in 1850 as one of the original 27 counties of the State of California, with the City of Martinez as the County Seat.  Contra Costa County is home to more than one million residents. Comprised of 19 cities and many established communities in the unincorporated area, it is the ninth most populous county in the state. The most notable landmark in the county is Mount Diablo, rising 3,849 feet at the northern end of the Diablo Range. It is the centerpiece of Mt. Diablo State Park, one of many recreation areas residents and visitors can enjoy. The East Bay Regional Park District is comprised of more than 100,000 acres within 65 parks, including more than 1,200 miles of trails. Our Mission: Contra Costa County is dedicated to providing public services which improve the quality of life of our residents and the economic viability of our businesses. Our Vision: Contra Costa County is recognized as a world-class service organization where innovation and partnerships merge to enable our residents to enjoy a safe, healthy and prosperous life. Our Values: Contra Costa County serves people, businesses and communities. Our organization and each one of our employees value: Clients and communities Accountability Partnerships Fiscal prudence Quality Services Organizational excellence

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    Job Description

    The Position

    This Recruitment will be Open Until Filled

    Are you passionate about public service? Would you like to get involved with your community while supporting our nation’s democratic process? Come join our nationally recognized elections team!

    We are seeking temporary staff to assist with the upcoming November Statewide Special Election. We are hiring a variety of full-time assignments that will last between 2 and 12 weeks. If you enjoy a fast-paced work environment, learning new things, and thriving in a team environment, this is a great opportunity for you!
    We are looking for a candidate that is:
    • Flexible and willing to assist with different responsibilities as needed.
    • Interested in public service.
    • Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
    • Cooperative and a team player.
    • Eager to learn new things.
    • Dependable and punctual.
    • A good communicator and able to follow instructions.
    • Accurate and has a strong attention to detail.


    You will typically be responsible for one or more of the following tasks:
    • Data entry, including entering voter registration applications, verifying voter signatures, and updating voter information in a database.
    • Assisting in recruiting volunteers to work at the polls on Election Day.
    • Assisting in the assembly of polling place supplies and testing voting equipment.
    • Supporting mail processing operations.
    • Oversight and support of volunteers for specific processes.
    • Providing in-person and phone customer service to constituents.
    • Leading a Regional Early Voting location.
    • Retrieving and securing ballots from Vote-by-Mail drop boxes located throughout Contra Costa County.
    • Assisting with conducting poll worker training and giving instruction in a group setting.
    • Reviewing and proofreading voting materials in English, Spanish, or Chinese.
    • Assisting in ballot processing activities.


    A few reasons you might love this job:
    • You will have a chance to learn about how elections are conducted.
    • This will be an opportunity to gain experience working for Contra Costa County.
    • You will be a part of a collaborative team and enjoy contributing to an important public service.

    A few challenges you might face in this job:
    • Work can be somewhat repetitive.
    • Teamwork expectations can require tasks to change often.
    • You will need to quickly learn new processes and procedures.
    • You will be required to work occasional long hours and overtime.


    Required Knowledge and Abilities:

    Knowledge of:
    • Basic spreadsheet, word processing, and database management programs
    • General clerical processes
    • Customer service

    Ability to:
    • maintain accuracy and attention to detail with assigned work
    • follow oral and written directions
    • to read, write, and speak English fluently
    • deal effectively with the public, other agencies and organizations
    • work independently and as part of a team
    • sit and stand for extended amounts of time
    • perform essential duties and physical functions for a substantial amount of mandatory overtime during peak election periods, including evenings, weekends and holidays during peak election time (four weeks before each major election and up to four weeks after)
    • lift minimum weight, and up to 50 pounds for some assignments
    • perform essential election functions for up to 16 hours or more on Election Day
    • maintain positive attendance and punctuality
    • represent the department in a non-partisan manner while working.


    Minimum Qualifications

    Education: Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency, or high school proficiency certificate.

    Other: Some assignments may require the candidate to drive a county vehicle or their own personal vehicle.

    Desirable Qualifications :

    • Experience performing data entry tasks
    • Experience providing customer service in person and/or over the phone
    • Fluency in Spanish or Chinese
    • Supervisorial experience


    Selection Process

    1. Application Filing: All applicants must apply online at www.cccounty.us/hr and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date.

    2. Application Evaluation: An application Evaluation Board will convene to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for an invitation to the next phase of the examination.

    The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.

    For recruitment-specific questions, please contact Jobs@hrd.cccounty.us . For any technical issues, please contact the GovernmentJobs’ applicant support team for assistance at +1 855-524-5627.

    CONVICTION HISTORY

    After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources Department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

    DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

    All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

    It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

    To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits

    Closing Date/Time: 8/29/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
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