Elections Clerk I/Ii

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the flexibly staffed position of Elections Clerk I/II in the Elections Division within the Clerk-Recorder’s Office. This position reports directly to the Registrar of Voters Manager. This class is flexibly staffed, and incumbents may advance to the II-level after gaining experience, demonstrating proficiency, and meeting the qualifications. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn state and federal laws, rules and regulations related to conducting elections as well as County policies and procedures. As experience is gained, assignments become more complex and are performed under more general supervision. Incumbent to this position will assist in conducting elections; process voter registration; maintain voter registration database; review and accept election filings; coordinate poll workers and polling facilities; proof printed, audio and electronic election materials; track, prepare and test electronic voting equipment; and perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Minimum Level I: Graduation from high school and three (3) years of clerical experience which has involved researching and/or processing documents in accordance with laws, codes and/or other regulations.

Preferred Level I: In addition to the I-level minimum, completion of one year of college (30 semester units) with major course work in business administration, geography, history, political science, public administration or a related field and one additional year of specialized experience in elections programs such as voter registration, candidate filing or absentee voting.

Minimum Level II: In addition to the I-level minimum, one year of experience at a level equivalent to the County’s class of Elections Clerk I.

Preferred Level II: In addition to the II-level minimum, completion of two years of college (60 semester units) with major course work in business administration, geography, history, political science, public administration or a related field and two additional years of specialized experience in election programs such as voter registration, candidate filing or absentee voting.

Special Requirements: VALID TYPING CERTIFICATE REQUIRED WITH APPLICATION. Minimum Net 40 wpm. Must indicate results from a 5 min. test, testing agency and no more than 12 months old (internet and/or online tests NOT acceptable). Failure to provide valid typing certificate by the final filing date will result in disqualification.

Significant evening and weekend work required during each election cycle—often with little or no advance notice. Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which includes Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Licenses and Certifications: The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver’s license within ten (10) days of employment.

HIRING RANGE: $3,175 - $3,819/Monthly

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