Job Details

Posting Date

04/15/25

Application Deadline

04/22/25

Pay Range

$18.50 - $26.00 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 UOCAVA Technician works closely with the UOCAVA Supervisor to provide support to the UOCAVA (Uniformed and Overseas Citizen Absentee Voting Act) 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 for administering 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 upcoming 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 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

• Two 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

Successful candidates will possess excellent telephone, verbal, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate professionally (verbally and written) when dealing with the general public. The ability to multitask, prioritize, pay attention to detail, and cope with high-volume and time-critical tasks is highly valued. In addition, we value:

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook software

• The ability to learn specialized computer programs

• Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures

• The ability to effectively train workers

• Knowledge of State statutes and Federal election laws

• One year experience in a supervisory or leadership role

• One year experience in performing administrative duties in an Election office environment.

• Strong critical thinking skills

• Familiarity with the principles of Lean/Six Sigma

Job Contributions

• Perform office support duties for the FPCA (Federal Post Card Applications) entry and other support duties for the UOCAVA process and division

• Timely data entry/research of received FPCA forms (Federal Post Card Applications) so 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

• Support 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 Voting Ballot requests

• Off-cycle assist with Voter Registration form data entry & voter record modifications

• Off-cycle assist with Voter Registration database auditing and maintenance regardless of the cycle (to include address verification mailings, push & pull of outside agency data, data maintenance, etc.)

• Off-cycle, assist with reviewing and reconciling other Voter Databases (e.g., UOCAVA, Alternate Format tables, AEVL, etc.).

• Assist other divisions of the Elections Department in performing their functions with regard to the conduct of elections

Working Conditions

• This position requires the ability to work irregular hours and shifts based on departmental needs

• Evenings and some weekend work will be required

• Must be able to work extensive mandatory overtime during the Primary/General Election cycles and as needed to fulfill the obligations of this position

• This position frequently requires lifting a maximum of 20 lbs. for a minimum distance of 20 feet

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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