Elections Warehouse Technician

About the Role

Responsible for managing all warehouse operations during all phases of an election cycle. Operations include storage, inventory, maintenance, testing, preparation, training, delivery, use, and return of election equipment and all steps involved in each of these operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all equipment for use during an election.
• Supervises and performs all federal, state, and internal testing on all equipment.
• Assists with the proofing of testing equipment and paper ballots.
• Prepares equipment for storage pre-election and post-election.
• Establishes and maintains an inventory program for equipment, supplies, and forms.
• Performs all routine maintenance of the election equipment and tracks equipment sent to the vendor for repairs.
• Performs all post-election requirements on equipment and completes record retention duties.
• Surveys polling places for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure voters with disabilities can safely cast their votes without assistance.
• Serves as the point of contact for polling sites regarding use, delivery, set-up, and pick-up schedules of equipment.
• Oversees the use of bar code technology to record the movement of voting equipment and components throughout the election process.
• Secures temporary staff to assist with equipment delivery, supply distribution, and other election-related duties.
• Participates in decisions for development, coordination, and implementation of schedules, procedures, and programs for early voting and Election Day services.
• Provides assistance to early voting clerks and election officials in a clear and professional manner.
• Provides phone and on-site support to election workers during all voting periods.
• Resolves routine questions and problems concerning voting equipment and procedures.
• Attends training as assigned by supervisor to maintain, enhance, or acquire job skills.
• In the absence of the Supervisor, serves as the point-of-contact with the County Facilities Department regarding building maintenance.
• Travels to election sites to deliver, set up, and troubleshoot equipment and supplies before, during, and after the voting period.
• Cross-trains with other employees and assists others as needed.
• Reports to work on time and remains at work for the duration of the shift.
• Responds to inquiries from the general public via email, phone, or in person.
• Has knowledge of political precinct and district lines.
• Assists other department divisions as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Three (3) years of elections or warehouse-related experience and typing speed of at least 30 WPM.
• Some college credit hours preferred.
• Ability to obtain certification in election equipment functionality and software.
• Current Texas driver’s license and automobile liability insurance required.
• Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.

Skills

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy environment.
• Ability to guide the work of a large staff of temporary employees.
• Basic knowledge of general office practices and procedures, and county records.
• Ability to read and understand instructions, analyze and interpret data, and work independently in the absence of specific instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county employees and the general public.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Maintain the ability to frequently stand, walk, kneel, and bend during the shift.
• Reach, grip, and use fine dexterity.
• Push and pull objects up to 500 pounds.
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the left or right while sitting or standing.
• Place arms above, at, or below shoulder height.
• Use of vision and depth perception.
• Talking and hearing.