Part-Time Absentee Coordinator - Cobb County, GA : Job Details

Salary: $20.00 - $25.49 HourlyLocation : Elections and Voter Registration Office Marietta, GAJob Type: Part-TimeJob Number: 04400Department: ElectionsOpening Date: 09/09/2025Closing Date: 9/16/2025 11:59 PM EasternGrade Code: 105Skills Testing Information: This position requires the completion of an assigned skills test before the application can be considered. Mobile devices such as tablets and phones are not supported for the online testing. Please use a desktop or laptop computer (Windows, Linux, or Apple OS) to take the assigned test(s). In addition, Internet Explorer is no longer compatible with Microsoft and not a compatible browser for this online test. If you encounter any issues while completing the assessment, please email the testing technical support department at [email protected] or call (800) ###-#### x127 Monday through Friday between the hours of 7am to 8pm PST. Position Information This position works up to 29 hours per week, but may require more hours during the election season. The Absentee Coordinator oversees the day-to-day operations of receiving absentee ballot applications, issuing ballots, receiving returned ballots, and counting accepted ballots, all according to prescribed deadlines and security mandates. The position maintains adequate staffing based on changing workloads, supervises work product accuracy, responds to voter issues and complaints, updates and creates all procedures, forms, checklists, and coversheets used within the absentee mail operation, and administers the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act. A data entry skills test will be required for all applicants. The skills testing information and link will be sent via email after the closing date of this job announcement for applications received that successfully meet the qualifications for this position. The assessment will close on Tuesday, September 23rd, 2025, at 11:59 pm.Please note, failure to complete this assessment will result in elimination from this position. Essential FunctionsIn conjunction with the Absentee Supervisor, oversees all aspects of Vote by Mail operations: accepts applications for absentee ballots by mail and in-person; assists voters and answers questions by mail, in-person and telephone; supervise and assist in processing mailed, e-mailed and faxed applications, issuing ballots, mailing ballots and verifying and entering returned ballots; communicates with voters by phone, e-mail, and mail regarding any application or ballot issuance problems. Assist military and overseas voters by e-mail, letters, and phone calls to answer questions and inform them of their various voting options; ensure state and federal laws are followed; assist in completing the Federal Voter Assistance Program (FVAP) report required by the federal government after the election. Hires, trains and supervises part time, seasonal, or temporary workers assists with staffing projections; coordinates and prioritizes daily work activities in assigned area; provides input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations. Provides technical expertise related to program or concentration; applies best practices and develops election administration procedures in specialty area; provides substantive input on upper-level policy issues, and operational decisions. Applies principles of persuasion and/or influence over others in coordinating Election activities. Uses motivation, incentive, leadership, and independent judgment to develop approaches and techniques to resolve problems. Writes procedures to ensure that all laws and policies are being followed and all deadlines met. Communicates with the public, candidates and elected officials to explain procedures and solve problems. Performs other related duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED; Supplemented by 2 or more years customer service and supervisory experience. Experience in Georgia elections processing, knowledge of Georgia elections law, and Computer skills with MS Office suite. Physical AbilitiesTasks require the ability to exert moderate, though not constant physical effort, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and prolonged standing, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).Sensory RequirementsSome tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.Environmental FactorsEssential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.EEO StatementCobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.*Benefits for part-time employees are marked.01 I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

• Yes
• No

02 I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating see resume on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

• Yes
• No

03 Are you a US Citizen?

• Yes
• No

04 Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

• Yes
• No

05 Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Advanced Degree
• None of the above

06 If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply. 07 How many years of clerical or customer service experience do you have?

• No experience
• Less than two years of experience
• Two to five years of experience
• More than five years of experience

08 Please describe your clerical or customer service experience in detail. Enter N/A if this does not apply. 09 How many years of supervisory (e.g., team lead, shift supervisor, project manager) experience do you have?

• No experience
• Less than two years of experience
• Two to five years of experience
• More than five years of experience

10 Please describe your supervisory (e.g., team lead, shift supervisor, project manager) experience in detail. Enter N/A if this does not apply. 11 Which of the following best describes your elections experience? Please note, this experience must also be included in the work history section on your application.

• Poll worker
• Worked for campaigns, candidates or advocacy groups
• Full time or part time in a government elections office
• All of the above
• No elections experience

12 What is your level of proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite?

• No experience
• Beginner (less than three years)
• Intermediate (three to six years)
• Advanced (more than six years)

13 This position requires completion of skills testing to move forward in the hiring process.The skills testing information and link will be sent via email, after the closing date of this job announcement.Please note, failure to complete the assessment will disqualify you from consideration for this position.

• I agree to complete the skills testing.
• I do not agree to complete the skills testing.

14 If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?

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• No

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