Voter Registration Clerk

Job Title

Voter Registration Clerk - C

Pay Rate

United States of America (Hourly)

Time Type

Part time

Summary

Under direct supervision, is responsible for performing data entry of voter registration application data; maintains files; answers questions over a multi-line phone system and/or in person; prepares and mails voter registration certifications and cancellations; assists walk-in customers; accepts contracted department processing fees; assists in compiling voter registration and marked list information; and performs related duties as required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs data entry of initial voter registration application information, returned voter registration certificate data and updated information such as address or name changes

• Scans, indexes and files new applications, changes, rejections, confirmation cards and statements of residence

• Answers questions regarding voter registration procedures and laws for the public in person and by telephone

• Prepares and mails voter registration certifications to registered voters

• Prepares and mails voter registration cancellations by constituent request and/or notification of change of address to another county

• Answers questions regarding provisional procedures for early voting and Election Day judges

• Assists walk-in customers with questions concerning voter registration procedures and review/check-out of voter lists

• Accepts payments made for department service fees

• Assists in organizing and separating voter registration lists by Commissioners precinct, polling location and ballot style for election judges

• May assist with voter registration drive deputations and presentations

• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from High School or a General Education Development (GED) certificate

• Knowledge of general office procedures

• Good knowledge of the Texas Election Code; good knowledge of voter registration and voter eligibility requirements

• Skill in communicating effectively with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy, both verbally and in writing

• Ability to accurately enter data; ability to prepare accurate information under mandated time constraints; Ability to maintain numeric filing systems; ability to perform mathematical calculations; ability to respond effectively to questions; ability to compile data; ability to operate computer terminal, typewriter and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, temporary employees and the public

• Acts in the name of the Elections Administrator and shall perform official acts as may be lawfully done and performed by such Elections Administrator in person, pursuant to Sections 31.035, 31.039 and 31.040 of the Texas Election Code

• Must attend election judge certification training

• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas driver's license

• Must have available transportation during entire workday

• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation

• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test

• Required to work overtime during election preparations

• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

• Constantly working in indoor conditions

• Occasionally moves items weighing up to 20lbs

• Occasionally moves about the office

• Frequently communicates with others over a multi-line phone system and/or in person; must be able to exchange accurate information

• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

• Positions self to perform essential functions

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Individual Office/Department Conditions:

Tasks and special requirements unique to an individual office or department may be addressed through a separate list of detailed specifications prepared by that office/department and subject to approval by Human Resources and the Civil Service Commission.  Office/department specifications may not be more complex nor at a higher level of responsibility than any of those contained in this position description.

Working With Bexar County

Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee’s spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.

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Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.