Elections Technician Trainee TEMPORARY at sjgov

IntroductionThis recruitment is being given to fill multiple temporary positions in the Registrar of Voters and to establish an eligible referral pool to fill future temporary opportunities. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.NOTE: All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.Pre-Employment Background: Potential new hires into this classificationare required to successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation asa condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligiblehas successfully completed the background process TYPICAL DUTIESLearns to process voter registration documents absentee voter applications and ballots and other election-related documents; to verify signatures on candidate nomination petitions; to maintain and update voter registration files; and to ensure compliance to all regulatory requirements.Learns to interpret and apply provisions of registration and election laws regulations and related codes relevant to the assignment; assists with the coding filing and retrieving of documents and records using standard alphabetical numerical coded and computerized filing systems; learns to examine documents records and forms for accuracy and compliance to election laws and regulations.Assists the public; responds to routine questions from candidates representatives of candidates office holders voters and the general public regarding the elections process.Performs data entry required for voter information affidavit tracking absentee voting and other election related information; assists with the processing of a variety of mail including absentee ballot applications new registrant information and other election related mail; issues receipts for ballots and supplies.Prepares a variety of routine reports forms and other written communication.Operates a variety of modern office machines voting machines and computers.Computes and collects fees; issues receipts; sells maps and voter indices; accepts filing fees.May assist with the recruitment and training of temporary election workers; learns to recruit polling places and to evaluate sites for accessibility in compliance with state and federal guidelines. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSExperience: One year of general clerical or office technical work which included substantial public contact.Substitutions: a) One year of business training in an approved vocational training program may substitute for the above-required experience; OR b) Completion of 30 semester/45 quarter units at an accredited college or university may substitute for the above-required experience.ANDLicense: Possession of a valid California drivers license.Special Requirement: Most positions require the ability to use computers and/or word processing equipment. If required by the nature of the position demonstrated general or software-specific computer proficiency may be required prior to appointment.KNOWLEDGE General office practices and procedures; basic provisions of various federal state and local laws rules regulations and ordinances related to the election process; basic computer and modern office automation technology and computer software programs relevant to department operations; basic filing and recordkeeping systems; standard correspondence and report format; language mechanics; public relation techniques; basic arithmetical operations related to clerical processes. ABILITY Learn Registration-Elections terminology and laws; read understand and apply written regulations and other job related materials; write clearly and legibly; perform basic arithmetical operations; match names and numbers; utilize standard office procedures; operate computers and related software; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; operate a variety of specialized office machines such as ballot card reader and microfiche reader. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility-Frequent operation of a data entry device repetitive motion sitting for long periods walking; occasional standing pushing pulling bending squatting climbing driving; Lifting-Frequently 5 pounds or less; occasionally 5 to 30 pounds; Visual-Constant good overall vision and reading/close-up work; frequent color perception and use of eye/hand coordination; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision; Hearing/Talking-Frequent hearing of normal speech hearing/talking on the telephone talking in person; Emotional/Psychological-Occasional decision making concentration and public contact; Special Requirements-Some assignments may require working weekends nights and/or occasional overtime; Environmental-Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions.San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and upon request will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Equal Opportunity EmployerSan Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age ancestry color creed marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation or belief pregnancy race religion sex or sexual orientation. For more information go to Equal Employment Opportunity Division ().Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and upon request will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Selection ProceduresApplicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.Testing Accommodation: Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) must call Human Resources Division at prior to the examination date. Physical Exam: Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam: Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen.Employment of Relatives: Applicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship (parent child grandparent grandchild or sibling) either by blood or marriage may not be appointed promoted transferred into or within the department when:They are related to the Appointing Authority or The employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the otherDepartment Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.Proof of Eligibility: If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S. HOW TO APPLYApply Online: mail or in person: San Joaquin County Human Resources44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330 Stockton CA 95202 Office hours: Monday Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; excluding holidays.Phone: Job Line: For currentemployment opportunitiesplease callour 24-hour job line at .When a final filing date is indicated applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 5:00 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail which are not received by the final filing date will not be accepted. (The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division). San Joaquin County Substance Abuse Policy: San Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees.Equal Opportunity Employer: San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age ancestry color creed marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation or belief pregnancy race religion sex or sexual orientation. For more information go to Experience:Intern Key Skills Children Activity,Cobol,Cyber Security,ABAP,Housekeeping,Light Vehicle Driving Employment Type : Trainee Experience: years Vacancy: 1