Ballot Specialist

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

This position involves intensive ballot processing, including removing tabs from ballot envelopes, separating and sorting ballots from envelopes, and batching and scanning ballots for tabulation.  Other responsibilities include ballot adjudication, ballot replication, affidavit signature verification, operating various ballot equipment, maintaining chain-of-custody forms, assisting with ballot retrieval from ballot drop boxes, pushing and loading equipment carts, and assisting with machine deployment.  Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants should have experience operating an iPad or similar tablet device, possess basic math and organizational skills, be able to sit or stand for long periods of time (6+ hours), be able to lift 30 lbs, be able to focus with attention to detail, have basic computer skills, and be able to perform repetitive tasks for extended time periods.  Must possess the ability to represent the Clerk’s office in a professional, non-partisan manner.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, and overtime may be offered during an election cycle, usually lasting 3-5 weeks.  Working dates and times can vary based on ballot return rates.

PAY RATE

$20.00/hour

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION

• This is a temporary election-specific position located in the Salt Lake County Clerk's office. 
• The start date is Monday, October 19, 2026, and the job will conclude once the election season and associated work have ended.

TEMPORARY POSITIONS

An  "At Will”, FLSA  non-exempt employee who is not eligible for County Benefits.

• Are not eligible for County benefits except as otherwise provided for by policy
• Are not considered merit employees
• Are “at Will” employees who may be terminated for any reason, without notice, and without a pre-termination hearing.