Part-time Elections Clerk I / Warehouse

Posting number: 2026-4072

Department: Board of Elections

Division: Board of Elections

Job classification: Elections Clerk I - PT

Posting type: Open

Categories: Administrative Assistant, Clerical & Data Entry, Customer Service, Training, Elections, Office and Administrative Support

Summary

REPORTS TO: Elections and Voter Registration Director or Deputy Director 
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Merit - Serves at the discretion of the Department Director.
PAY GRADE: 107 (Part Time / No Benefits) $17.16 Hourly
SAFETY SENSITIVE: No
 
Purpose of Job 
The purpose of this job is to support the Elections Department by performing a variety of functions, depending on assigned area. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to, clerical/data entry support for the Elections Department office by maintaining files, voter registration, and customer service. When assigned to the Elections warehouse, perform equipment maintenance, poll worker training, and support to assigned advance voting and Election Day voting locations. 

Job Related Requirements
WORK SCHEDULE:  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday (flexible/varies). Generally, no more than 29 hrs/week. Periods of 40+ hours work weeks may occur during peak election periods. At times, the workday may be required to extend outside of normal business hours, such as weekends and/or after hours, particularly during election season. Expect Election Days to be 14 – 17 hour days, beginning at 5:30 am (2-4 days per year).
 
May be required to work on religious holidays.
  
Regular and predictable attendance is required.
  
Must work cooperatively with others. 
  
When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.

Examples of duties

High school diploma or equivalent required; one year of clerical and records maintenance experience and /or related experience preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. 
  
Must possess a valid driver's license

Qualifications

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Election Clerk I, All
Answers telephone inquiries, especially during peak work seasons.

Assists citizens of Athens-Clarke County with voter registration.

Assists with advance voting, absentee voting, election night returns, and other election duties as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Election Clerk I, Assigned to Elections Warehouse
Prepares and packs all supplies and equipment for assigned Advance Voting and Election Day polling locations. Ensures supply levels are maintained during Advance Voting and Election Day.

Reports and or all malfunctions, mishaps, etc. to immediate supervisor, and the Elections Director.

Assists with testing and updating all Elections equipment prior to all Elections.

Assists Elections Coordinator with all tasks related to the election equipment and supplies at the warehouse, such as inventory, repairs, record keeping, preventative maintenance, logic and accuracy testing, etc.

Surveys all Election Day and Advance Polling Locations prior to voting to ensure ADA Compliance and compliance with all codes, rules, and regulations of the State Election Laws.

Participates in the planning, preparation, and training of poll workers.

Assumes responsibility for direct support of the operations of multiple advance voting and Election Day voting sites and assists poll coordinator with Election Day tasks when necessary, including setup and breakdown of the polling site.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the Elections Department as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position of Election Clerk I. 
  
Knowledge of the terminology used within the department.
  
Knowledge of the procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties.
  
Ability to compile, organize, prepare, and maintain an assortment of records, reports, and information in an effective manner and according to departmental and/or governmental regulations.
  
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors,