Elections Clerk I/II (Marysville)

The County of Yuba is currently accepting applications for the position of Elections Clerk I/II in the Clerk/Recorders Office in anticipation for future vacancies. The incumbent will assist in conducting elections; process voter registration; maintain voter registration database; review and accept election fillings; coordinate poll workers and polling facilities; proof printed, audio and electronic election materials; track, prepare and perform other duties as assigned.

In an effort to establish an eligibility list due to anticipated vacancies, we are currently accepting applications for this position.

The ideal candidate:

• Strong attention to detail in processing voter registrations, reviewing filings, and proofreading election materials
• Ability to maintain accurate records and manage voter registration databases
• Excellent organizational skills to coordinate poll workers, polling locations, and election activities
• Technical aptitude to prepare, track, and test electronic voting equipment
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with staff and the public
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment

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Qualifications

The minimum and preferred requirements are listed below.While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.

Elections Clerk I:
MINIMUM: Equivalent to graduation from high school and one (1) year of responsible office support which has involved researching and/or processing documents in accordance with laws, codes, and/or other regulations.
PREFERRED: In addition to the I-level minimum, 30 semester or 45 quarter units with major coursework in business administration, geography, history, political science, public administration or a related field and one additional year of specialized experience in election programs such as voter registration, candidate filing or absentee voting.

Elections Clerk II:
MINIMUM: Equivalent to graduation from high school and two (2) years of responsible office support which has involved researching and/or processing documents in accordance with laws, codes, and/or other regulations OR one (1) year of experience equivalent to the Countys class of Elections Clerk I.
PREFERRED: In addition to the II-level minimum, 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college with major coursework in business administration, geography, history, political science, public administration or a related field and two additional years of specialized experience in election programs such as voter registration, candidate filing or absentee voting.

• The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain throughout employment.
• Typing Certificate: Min: Net 40 wpm. Typing Certificate must indicate result from a five (5) minute test of at least the minimum net wpm required.

• Significant evening and weekend work required during each election cycle often with little or no advance notice.
• Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which includes Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire.
• DMV printout prior to hire.
• Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Salary/Compensation: $22.37 - $27.18 per hour