Employee Board of Elections, Office Clerk - Middlesex County : Job Details

OverviewJob Title: Board of Elections Clerk Starting Salary: $34,000 base plus overtime Reports To: Board of Elections Administrator, Deputy Administrator, Chief Clerk, Deputy Chief Clerks Hours: Various, usually 8:15 to 4:15, Monday through Friday, with overtime hours and weekends required as needed. Department: Middlesex County Board of Elections (Board) *Pursuant to statute N.J.S.A. 19:6-17, County Boards of Elections must have an equal representation of the two major political parties. This posting is seeking registered Republicans within Middlesex County to ensure party balance among all Board of Election employees in the office. This employee works under the supervision of the Chief Clerk and is responsible for assisting the Chief Clerk with critical functions of the Board of Elections including conducting election operations and maintaining voter registration. This employee assists with the direction of election supplies and equipment and ensures that they are accurately prepared and maintained within prescribed deadlines and according to New Jersey laws and office procedures. This position coordinates mail-in ballot and provisional ballot operations, OPRA requests, the training and oversight of poll workers, and directly instructs and trains part-time staff. Responsibilities:

• Conducts business in accordance with the federal election guidelines, Title 19 of New Jersey State Statutes, the Policies and Procedures of the State Division of Elections, and the Middlesex County Board of Elections.
• Prepare and pack election supplies.
• Maintain Statewide Voter Registration System through processing voter registration forms.
• Receive and process mail-in ballots.
• Attend and administer poll worker training classes.
• Safeguard sensitive election documents and supplies.
• Performs all other duties assigned, delegated, or required of Administrator and Chief Clerk including those prescribed by law.
• Must attend all required state and Board training classes as defined by management.

Qualifications:Minimum Education, Training and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; must have the ability to accurately follow verbal and written directions and be observant. Computer proficiency is a must.
• Must have a valid New Jersey Driver License.
• Must complete Seal Use Protocol Training offered by the New Jersey Department of State within 6 months of employment.
• Consideration may be given to candidates who are fluent in either/or: Spanish, Gujarati, Hindi, Punjabi, Chinese, Korean.
• Must satisfy employer paid physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• NJ residency required by State Statute. R.S.52:14-7.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform in a professional manner under stress when confronted with tight deadlines.
• Willing to work extended hour prior to elections.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Works effectively in cooperation with all Election Day staff.
• Applies excellent interpersonal skills, including effective oral communication skills.
• Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability, dependability, problem-solving skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrates a professional attitude and appearance.
• Must be detail oriented.

Benefits: You can build your own future while helping to build the future of your community. With competitive benefits, including a pension plan, on-site wellness coaches, and health and dental insurance, Middlesex County offers the support employees need. The County also promotes a healthy work-life balance with generous vacation, sick, and holiday leave. Middlesex County is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualifications