Elections Utility Worker, Part-Time

This position is responsible for the maintaining, programming, and delivery of election equipment; Canvasses precincts on Election Day trouble shooting where required. Performs various other duties as required. Serves the Macon-Bibb County Board of Elections.

1. Maintain a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable election laws and regulations.

2. Conduct quarterly maintenance, cleans and inspects voting equipment used during each election. Keeps an updated inventory of all election equipment.

3. Obtain repair maintenance authorization from vendor for equipment that require repairs; Prepare malfunctioning election equipment in specialized boxes for shipment to outside facility for repair after each election.

4. Conduct logic and accuracy testing of all voting equipment used per election and loads/delivers/retrieves the voting equipment to precincts surrounding each election.

5. Assists Poll Managers with opening/closing their precincts when required.

6. Assists with Poll Worker Training and further ongoing training of poll workers and technicians.

7. Assists voters in the office during the early voting period.

8. Assists with identifying new locations for voting.

9. Assists with identifying precinct and district boundary lines during redistricting and relocation of polling locations.

10. Assists with polling locations research for ADA compatibility and accessibility.

11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

12. High school or GED with a minimum of three (3) years in the elections and reporting environment or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

13. Must be a registered voter.

14. Valid Georgia Driver’s License.

15. Must attend yearly training for maintenance and for use of elections equipment.

16. Knowledge of relevant laws governing voter and election process.

17. Demonstrated ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security of private or confidential information.

18. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with members of all levels within the organization and public.

19. Demonstrated ability to show good judgment, consistency, timeliness and respect in decision-making.

20. Demonstrated ability to achieve results on a timely basis.

21. Works in temperature controlled office environment and external environment subject to heat and cold.

22. Frequent exposure to noise.

23. High activity, multiple deadlines, constant interruptions.

24. High visibility of behavior

25. Frequent physical activity (lifting up to 50 lbs, stretching, bending, standing)

26. Must be able to lift heavy equipment up to 50 plus lbs.

(ADA) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and understand written materials. Ability to effectively communicate information to supervisors, employees, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing in a professional manner in order to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and/or provide service. In addition, this position requires extensive contact with supervisors, other employees, and the general public.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to interpret and understand a variety of forms, reports, manuals, regulations, and other means of instruction and guidance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires light demands with intermittent sitting, standing, walking, computer use, and occasional lifting of lightweight objects.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is both an outdoor and an indoor office work area. If you have any problems submitting your application, please contact the NeoGov Applicant Support Hotline Toll Free at 855-524-5627, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (ET). AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.