Elections Official Jobs (NOW HIRING)

(Unclassified) 
Salary:  $41,022.80
FLSA Status: Non-exempt                                                          
Pay Range: 3                                      
Reports To: Department Managers
Hours: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.; Monday-Friday*
*Hours/Days will vary depending upon the needs of the department during the election cycle.    
What do we want you to bring to the table?
You should have good interpersonal skills, including effective verbal and written communication. You must demonstrate command of Microsoft Office. You must have daily access to reliable transportation to carry out some of the duties of this position; otherwise, the work is performed in a warehouse environment. Please bring yourself, this is not a remote position.

What do you need to have?

High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1 - 6 months of related experience serving in an administrative support position, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. One year data entry experience preferred. Valid Driver's License and automobile insurance coverage required. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

What you will be doing?

A typical day preparing for an election might start by you assisting with equipment preparation, security tagging, identifying units, equipment transportation, and security. You will assure that all voting equipment, transfer equipment, and all election related materials are maintained and properly stored. You will identify potential polling locations. You will perform a visual inspection to ensure ADA compliance, convenience for the voters, accessibility, and parking. You will build and maintain relationships with building owners and officials in assigned zones. Maintain accurate voting location reports, and maps within the designated area. You will maintain accurate records and ensure that all paperwork is completed in an accurate manner. You will oversee an Election Day zone including delegating responsibilities to rovers as directed. Your responsibilities will including being able to identify, resolve equipment malfunctions, conduct inventory, and re-stocks supplies. You will complete Secretary of State Checklists. You will be performing the necessary data entry tasks, like updating polling locations changes, cancellations, information about routes, rovers and supplies.

How you'll grow from this job?

This position offers the chance for you to improve your interpersonal skills. You will be able to develop your planning skills and attention to detail. Each position has the chance of upward mobility. By working with us you will be helping administer fair, open and accessible elections for your community.

What can we offer you for all of your hard work?

- Hourly wages

- Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

- Other benefits including Life Insurance, wellness incentive and Public Service Loan Forgiveness

- Payment into OPERS retirement system with a 14% Employer Contribution

- 12 paid holidays

- Paid time off and the opportunity to earn more time off

- A diverse and inclusive environment

- The pride from helping your country by supporting the democratic process

Our Mission

The Mission of the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections is to serve the citizens of Cuyahoga County by faithfully conducting the election process through which they choose their representatives.

The principal role of the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections is to perform the fundamental and vital functions of administering our elections. In carrying out its mission, the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections will seek to achieve the following objectives:

-To provide access and opportunity for all citizens to participate in the electoral process

-To provide prompt and accurate election results

-To conduct all activities in a way that assures equal opportunity for all employees and citizens

-To conduct all such action in the most effective and efficient manner

-To perform all other duties as prescribed by law of the State of Ohio and the rules of the chief election official, the Secretary of State

Open Until 4:00 p.m. Friday July 10, 2026

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