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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, a valid driver's license, and passing a background screening. Must be able 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 audits when ballots arrive at the central warehouse, working in teams of two representing different political affiliations, retrieving ballots from Ballot Drop Boxes and securely delivering them to the central warehouse for processing, 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 mandatory during the election cycle, ability to sit or stand for extended periods, to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, to push/pull up to 50 pounds, and to stoop and bend. Requires upper extremity repetitive motions, may be required to use a county vehicle to travel within Maricopa County, and the work environment is outdoors in high temperatures or indoors. Must not engage in any political discussion.

Selection procedure includes consideration only for candidates who submit online applications, candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile, and 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 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.