Election Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Election Worker

SALARY : $14.55 per hour

CLOSING : Open until Filled through 2026

Training is provided for all tasks; work occurs in April, May, October and November

Must be a registered voter in Umatilla County

Elections Data Entry and Customer Service

• Basic computer skills
• Enter voter registration data on a computer following specific procedures
• Answer questions from the public in person and on the phone
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.; job may require standing for long period
• Works primarily in April, May, October and November. Daily hours are variable (1-8) and intermittent; late night shifts on Election Day; occasional weekend work

Election Board Room Worker

• Work as part of a two person team member opening and inspecting ballots; job requires sitting, standing, and the ability to follow specific oral and written instructions
• Must work entire shift with no exceptions; may work 3-5 days up to and including Election Day; may require working until early morning hours on election night

Election Ballot Counting Equipment Operator

• Work as part of a two person team member operating ballot tabulation equipment; load and unload ballots from equipment
• Basic computer skills required; must be able to lift 30 lbs.
• This is a standing job for entire shift; must work entire shift with no exceptions; may work 3-5 days up to and including Election Day; may require working until early morning hours
  

  Use of Umatilla County application is MANDATORY and must be submitted via our online portal at Anyone who qualifies for Veterans' Preference in Public Employment provided for in OAR 839-006-0435; please include proper certification (OAR 839-006-0465) with your application. Any applicant with a disability who needs reasonable accommodation in any step of the application or hiring process to assist or to demonstrate qualifications or to perform the essential functions of the job for which the applicant is applying should inform the Human Resources Department.

  Umatilla County provides employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants, without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status or any other status protected by applicable Federal, Oregon, or Local Law.

  AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER