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Johnson County Iowa Part-Time Elections Clerk (Temporary) in Iowa City, Iowa
Part-Time Elections Clerk (Temporary)
Salary
$17.00 Hourly
Location
Iowa City, IA
Job Type
Temporary
Job Number
00799
Department
Auditor/Elections
Opening Date
08/27/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Description
Benefits
Definition & Duties
Under general supervision and in accordance with Iowa law, is responsible for routine clerical functions related to conducting elections.
Knowledge of & Ability to
Alphabetical, numerical, and non-numerical filing systems and procedures
Election laws of Iowa
Basic office practices
Basic mechanical principles
English language to include grammar, spelling and punctuation
Ability to:
Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy manner
Read, interpret, explain and apply provisions of the election code to specific situations
Process and maintain accurate records
Perform technical and clerical tasks with a high degree of speed and accuracy
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with appointed and elected officials, other employees and members of the public
Interact effectively with persons from widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of view
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors and proactively managing biases
Use a computer for the purpose of data entry, spreadsheets, word processing, email and Internet
Operate common office equipment such as calculators, fax and postage machines, photocopiers, personal computers, and multi-line telephones
Handle low to high levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the position
Organize and prioritize multiple responsibilities
Organize and present factual information and ideas clearly and concisely, in both oral or written form
Follow oral and written instructions
Have clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communication
Have sufficient vision which permits production and review a wide variety of materials both in hardcopy and electronic form
Have sufficient manual dexterity to make mechanical repairs, hand written notations and which permits moderate use of a keyboard
Have sufficient personal mobility to complete duties at various worksites
Stand, sit, bend, twist, and reach
Lift, carry and/or move up to 50 pounds
Work flexible schedule and overtime as required during election cycles
Minimum Education, Training & Experience & Special Requirements
High school graduate or equivalent; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities. Clerical experience preferred. Strong communication, organizational and computer skills.
Specific Duties
to be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Register Johnson County residents to vote and update registration records by accurately completing appropriate forms according to Iowa law.
Enter, update, delete or modify voter registration information in the computer.
Generate lists and reports from internal and statewide registration systems and produce printed or electronic copies of segments of the lists as requested.
Produce, edit and revise correspondence including but not limited to e-mails, memos, reports, notices, forms, mailing labels, manuals, and special instructions.
Scan and file documents and maintain voter records on statewide system.
Process and distribute absentee ballots as requested by mail. Process in-person and satellite requests for absentee ballots, completing all supporting documentation and reports and entering all necessary information on absentee, voter registration and poll-worker software.
Represent Johnson County and participates in training/education opportunities and work-related meetings as requested.
Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices.
Attend work regularly at the designated place and time.
Temporary - non-benefited
Agency
Johnson County
Address
913 S Dubuque St Suite 103 Iowa City, Iowa, 52240
Phone
319-356-6003
Website
https://www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/
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