Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) Technician

Posting Date

08/25/25

Application Deadline

08/30/25

Pay Range

$18.50 - $26 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Recorder

About the Position

The Uniformed and Overseas Citizen Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) Technician works closely with the UOCAVA Supervisor to provide support to the UOCAVA Division of the Elections Department. This position distributes and processes electronic ballots for Military and overseas Voters. Additionally, it assists with training and supporting temporary workers in the UOCAVA division and provides administrative support to the department.

About Us

The Maricopa County Recorder’s Office (MCRO) is responsible for maintaining the Maricopa County voter registration records and providing administration over elections in partnership with the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. The MCRO also maintains the permanent public record of over 50 million documents dating back to 1871, including deeds, plat maps, and a variety of other important documents. Our office serves over 2.5 million registered voters as well as 4.4 million residents across Maricopa County. The MCRO offers a friendly, welcoming, and collaborative environment with opportunities to grow and develop new skills.

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Two (2) years’ experience performing office, administrative, and clerical duties
• High school diploma or GED

Other Requirements

• Must be registered or eligible to register to vote in Arizona
• Must successfully complete the next Secretary of State Election Officer Certification
• Must be able to pass applicable background screening

We Also Value

• One (1) year of experience in a supervisory or leadership role
• One (1) year of experience in performing administrative duties in an Election office environment
• Must possess Critical Thinking/Lean skills
• Excellent telephone, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate professionally (verbally and in writing) when dealing with the general public
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, pay attention to detail, and cope in a high-volume and time-critical work environment
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook software
• Ability to learn specialized computer programs
• Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures
• Ability to effectively train workers
• Knowledge of State statutes and Federal election laws

Job Contributions

• Perform office support duties for the Federal Post Card Applications (FPCA) entry and other support duties for the UOCAVA process and division
• Timely data entry/research of received FPCA forms to ensure adherence with federal and state statutory requirements (24-hour turnaround)
• Scanning of FPCA forms that serve as alternate Voter Registration forms
• Flagging Military and Overseas Citizens ballots for production and supporting the distribution of UOCAVA ballots (by mail, fax, or electronically sent)
• Assist with responding to incoming inquiries from UOCAVA voters regarding process and submission requirements
• Assist with preparing returned UOCAVA ballots for disposition and duplication
• Assist with signature verification of returned voter Early Voting packets
• Assist with the entry and maintenance of the Active Early Voting List of voters
• Assist with the Flagging of Early Voti