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Elections Staff Assistant

City of Tucson
Tucson, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2024
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/21/2025
POSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS
SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Provides administrative support or assists with financial functions, and with the coordination of daily operations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*
To be considered, applicants must follow the special instructions provided towards the end of this job posting.
Position Specific Summary
The Elections Staff Assistant position at the City of Tucson’s City Clerks Office provides administrative and clerical support to the Elections Division while demonstrating political neutrality. This position ensures smooth operations during election cycles and assists with daily tasks related to voter registration, election preparation, and post-election activities.
Work is performed under the supervision of the City Clerk Administrator. This position does not supervise.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assists in the preparation and distribution of election-related materials, such as ballots, voter information guides, and polling location supplies. Maintains accurate records of election materials, ensuring proper inventory and distribution to polling sites. Assists in setting up and maintaining polling stations, including the delivery and collection of equipment and supplies. Supports voter services, including data entry, verification and updates to the Ballot Affidavit Tracking System. Ensures all voter information is accurate and up-to-date in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Performs post-election tasks such as processing provisional ballots, preparing reports, and reconciling election results
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Provides customer service to the public via phone, email, and in-person inquiries, answering questions about voter registration, polling locations, and election procedures. Maintains and updates the Elections Division website with current election information and deadlines
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Assists with the recruitment, training, and coordination of temporary and permanent election workers. Supports election workers by providing materials, scheduling, and responding to their inquiries during the election process
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Assists in preparation of candidate information materials and forms, conducting financial audits, and acceptance and tracking of campaign finance reports. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local election laws and regulations, including campaign finance laws. Assists with ballot tabulation processes, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting of results. Supports the collection, reconciliation, and verification of votes, both on Election Day and in post-election audits. Assists in maintaining secure records of election results and tabulation data
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Provides basic technical support to election workers and staff, troubleshooting issues related to election software, voting machines, and other equipment. Assists in setting up and testing voting equipment to ensure proper functionality before and during elections. Coordinates with IT staff to resolve more complex technical issues as needed
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Assists in the preparation of budget requests, tracking expenses, and ensuring expenditures align with department budgets. Supports procurement efforts by researching vendors, obtaining quotes, and maintaining records of election-related purchases. Ensures that all election materials and services are procured in accordance with relevant regulations and deadlines
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Provides general administrative support, including filing, scheduling, and maintaining department records. Coordinates with Pima County, vendors, and other partners to ensure timely and accurate execution of election-related activities. Prepares reports, organizes records, and assists with data collection related to elections
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Performs other duties and tasks as assigned
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Working Conditions:
Ability to work extended hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on Election schedules.
  • All duties, responsibilities listed are subject to change.
QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Work Experience:
Two (2) years of directly related experience
License:

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Work Experience:
Directly related experience is defined as management, clerical, and administrative support
License/Certifications:

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Project Management experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Experience with election software systems for data entry, tracking and reporting.
Knowledge of Arizona Election laws and procedures.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Position Title:
Staff Assistant
Department Name:
City Clerk
Department Link:
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Clerks
Recruiter Name:
Recruiter Email:
ccs_hr@tucsonaz.gov
FTE%:
FLSA:
Exempt
Position Type:
Regular
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Full Hourly Range: $26.57 - 45.84 USD
The Full Hourly Range reflects the City of Tucson's pay range at the time of posting. The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.
You can learn more about our benefits at
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.
POSTING INFORMATION
Posting Close Date:
Applicants must submit their completed application by 01-05-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position.
Special Instructions:
  • City Clerk employees must demonstrate political neutrality.
Must be registered to vote in Arizona and maintain voter eligibility. Valid driver’s license and clean motor vehicle record for thirty-nine months.

Please submit an updated resume along with a cover letter addressing your choice of three preferred qualifications.

Additionally, provide a separate Word/PDF document answering the following three questions:

1. Are you registered to vote in the State of Arizona?
2. Are you able and willing to work extended hours and holidays?
3. Do you have a valid and unrestricted driver’s license?
Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.

CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).
The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at
EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov
or 520-791-2619.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Questions? If you need assistance applying for any position, please contact
ccs_hr@tucsonaz.gov

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