ELECTIONS CLERK

Brief Description

Lewis and Clark County is recruiting for an Election Clerk to join their team!

About the Role

Under general supervision of the Elections Division Supervisor, this position provides administrative, clerical and technical support for the Elections Division.

Responsibilities

• Receives and processes applications and petitions, including but not limited to voter registration applications, absentee ballots requests, replacement ballot requests, and candidate filings;
• Affords assistance to voters in person, over the phone, and by email;
• Responds to questions regarding election processes, rules and regulations;
• Issues and accounts for election materials;
• Maintains election schedule;
• Prepares notices and election materials needed for election activities including but not limited to absentee ballot mailings, NVRA (National Voter Registration Act) mailings, annual absentee ballot mailings;
• Conducts quality control checks in the Election Management and Voter Registration database;
• Enters voter registration information into database;
• Maintains voter history files;
• Opens and distributes department mail;
• Generates reports.

Requirements

• The knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and one (1) year experience in customer service.
• An associate degree in business, Social Sciences, Public and Social Services or other relevant field is preferred.
• Professional certifications in election administration, office technology, Microsoft Suite or other relevant fields are preferred.
• Must obtain and maintain Election Administrator certification in the course of employment.

Summary

The knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and one (1) year experience in customer service. An associate degree in business, Social Sciences, Public and Social Services or other relevant field is preferred. Professional certifications in election administration, office technology, Microsoft Suite or other relevant fields are preferred. Must obtain and maintain Election Administrator certification in the course of employment.

Benefits

Includes: Health Coverage – 2 Types of Health Plans which includes medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage; Traditional Plan - cost for employee only is $50 per month and with the Wellness incentive, the cost may be reduced to $0 per month for full-time employees; High Deductible Health Plan – cost for employee is $0 per month and a additional $1200 per year to a Health Savings Account for full time employees; PureView Health Center – preferred clinic provider and no cost to the employee and his/her dependents; Retirement plans; Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays; Employees are provided with $25,000.00 of Life Insurance and $25, 000.00 of AD&D insurance as a new employee; Wellness Screening Incentive; Gym Membership Reimbursement; Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance; Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the County may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify! Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Help Tool | Federal Student Aid Includes: Other Benefits Working in a fast-paced environment; Cost of living increases; Market adjustments; Step based wage increases; Paid parental leave.

Physical Demands

Duties are generally performed in an office environment where hazards and discomforts are controlled and modifiable. This position requires the ability to stand, bend at the waist, kneel, reach over the head, talk, hear, and see. Must be able to move or lift documents and materials weighing up to 30 pounds. Position requires knowledge and use of typical office equipment including telephone, copiers, fax machines and personal computer. Must be able to work extended shifts during scheduled elections.

Application Instructions

Applications for this position are accepted online only through our career portal. Job Opportunities - Lewis & Clark County (lccountymt.gov)
www.lccountymt.gov/Government/Human-Resources/Job
The following items are required along with the on-line application: Resume Attach resume to online application in designated section Cover Letter Attach cover letter to online application in resume upload section as well. More than one document can be uploaded. For questions on this position or on the application process, please call (406) 447-8316 or e-mail kgrose@lccountymt.gov.

Disclaimer

Equal Opportunity Employer