What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Clerk position at Franklin County?
Job Description
Job Description
NATURE OF WORK
Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical and administrative functions for County Voter Registration; processes voter registration applications and election ballots; maintains voter registration files.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Receives and processes new voter registration applications; updates and maintains existing voter files.
- Records voter address and name changes, cancels deceased voters, and researches felon information in the voter registration system.
- Prepares and sends voter verification letters and correspondence to voters; verifies the accuracy of voter information.
- Maintains County voter files on the Secretary of State’s Voter Registration database.
- Assists with ballot preparation; prints ballot envelops; inserts ballots in envelops; mails ballots; calculates costs associated with the preparation of ballots.
- Processes election ballots including receiving, counting, and verifying ballot signatures; organizes ballots by precinct order.
- Answers phones; provides voters with requested information; responds to inquiries and complaints.
- Compiles data and generates special election reports for customers; collects related fees.
- Completes signature verification procedures for initiative, referendum, new party, and independent petitions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
Work is performed in a standard office environment and involves sitting for extended periods of time, standing, walking, bending reaching, and lifting of objects up to 25 pounds.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS :
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND two (2) years of clerical experience.
Depending on area of assignment, a valid Driver’s License, Notary Public License, and / or other specialized certifications may be required.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED :
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