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Temporary Ballot Courier

Our Temporary Ballot Couriers perform the essential job of retrieving ballots from Ballot Drop Boxes and securely delivering them to our central warehouse for processing. The Temporary Ballot Courier position is a temporary assignment with Maricopa County before, during, and after the election cycle. This cross-functional position will also support divisional operations within early voting (Signature Verification, Curing, etc.). The ideal candidate will be adaptable, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be able to learn new tasks quickly.

The Maricopa County Recorder's Office (MCRO) is responsible for maintaining the Maricopa County voter registration records and for administering 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.

We require a high school diploma or GED. Other requirements include being a registered voter or having the ability to become a registered voter in the State of Arizona by time of hire, possession of a valid Arizona driver's license, passing an applicable background screening, and the ability to work overtime as necessary.

We also value one or more years of professional driving experience, one or more years of warehouse experience, and one or more years of election experience.

Job contributions include auditing ballots, working in teams of two representing different political affiliations, retrieving ballots from Ballot Drop Boxes, completing a chain-of-custody form, and assisting other divisions of Elections with their daily functions and activities.

Working conditions include full-time/temporary/holiday/overtime hours during the election cycle, ability to sit or stand for extended periods, lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds, and working outdoors in high temperatures or indoors. The work environment may require the use of a county vehicle to travel within Maricopa County.

Selection procedure includes submitting online applications, being contacted primarily through email, and passing a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for safety-sensitive positions.

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.