Ballot Van Driver

Short-Term Temporary Ballot Van Driver Or Co-Pilot

Do you like driving and physical work? This short-term assignment provides an amazing opportunity to be engaged in the election process! We are currently recruiting individuals to create a roster of skilled temporary employees who will work in the Short-Term Temporary Ballot Van Driver or Co-Pilot position during the King County 2026 Primary and General Elections. Training is provided to perform assigned work. King County Elections (KCE) manages voter registrations and elections for more than 1.4 million voters in King County, one of the largest vote-by-mail counties in the United States. KCE's mission is to conduct accessible, secure, and accurate elections. As a leader in providing inclusive elections, KCE is focused on core values of accuracy, equity, integrity, service, teamwork, and transparency. The team at KCE is committed to ensuring all King County voters can get registered, cast their ballot, and make their voices heard.

This position is open to the general public. King County online application and answers to the supplemental questions are required. Applications will be reviewed as received. The work site for this position is the King County Elections Building located at 919 SW Grady Way in Renton, WA. Start dates for these assignments are scheduled for October 9 and November 1, 2026 for the General Election; assignments may last for a few days, up to one (1) month. The work schedule on Election Day will be adjusted to start earlier and end by 11:00pm. The number of hours average 20 hours per week but may be more or less as work needs change. The work schedule will vary according to the workload, generally starting at 7:00am and ending around 2:00pm, including additional evenings and weekends. This position is non-exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.

Job Duties

Working as part of a two-person team, this position will drive and navigate an assigned vehicle (to include a 16-ft box truck, cargo van, minivan, and/or other county vehicle) to assigned locations to collect ballots from drop boxes following standard department procedures and election law; Answer basic voter questions; Load and unload ballots and securely transport ballots back to the King County Elections Building in Renton; Process incoming ballots which may require standing or sitting in one location for long periods of time; Provide customer service and use team building skills; and Other administrative tasks, as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

The ideal candidate will have: Excellent interpersonal skills and experience working in a diverse team environment; Ability to stand for long periods of time in inclement weather conditions; Ability to follow verbal and written instructions; Ability to use an Apple iOS smart phone device and applications; Ability to work with and provide exceptional customer service to the public; and Ability to bend, kneel, stand, reach, climb, stoop, squat, and lift 25 pounds

Supplemental Information

Travel to work locations throughout King County with limited or no public transportation services is required. A valid Washington State Driver's License is required to operate King County Vehicles; Must be 21 years old. Positions will be filled as either an Administrative Specialist I ($26.74/hour) or a Truck Driver I ($32.16/hour) depending upon the needs of the Elections Department and the candidate's skills testing and interview. A final offer of temporary employment will be contingent upon the review of an official Washington State Driving Abstract establishing a good driving record. Testing: Candidates who meet the qualifications will be invited for group testing and interviews which is tentatively scheduled for the week of September 21, 2026. Testing will consist of a small physical capacity test of no more than 25 pounds and a basic driving test. Union: This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117, Joint Units Agreement. The duties in this position are performed in an office setting and may be required to lift and/or move at least 25 pounds independently and up to 50 pounds in a team setting. Must have the ability to bend, kneel, stand, reach, climb, stoop, and squat. King County's Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values unite us.

King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.

Application Process

Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County's vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruitment team listed below:

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Temporary Elections Worker Recruitment Team Email: View email address on click.appcast.io

Benefits

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page. This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass. For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.