Elections-Labor/Trades Temporary

About the Department: Our Mission Our goal is to serve the public by managing county elections ethically, efficiently, and to reach out to every qualified voter in our county, enabling them to cast their ballot in a friendly and informative environment. The Elections Department is the operating arm of the Board of Supervisors fulfilling the responsibilities of election administration. Mohave County has the fifth largest number of registered voters in the State of Arizona, and the population of the county is growing with the rest of Arizona. The Mohave County area serves over 170,000 registered voters encompassing two congressional and two legislative districts.

About the Position: The Elections Labor Trades Temporary position is a non-benefits-eligible role that requires flexibility and a strong commitment to supporting election operations. Candidates must be willing to work overtime, long hours, weekends, and varying shifts based on departmental needs. This position is intended to conclude on December 31, 2026, and per ARS 16-411, all Mohave County Elections Department employees must be registered Arizona voters. Duties include preparing election equipment and supplies, transporting election materials, performing tests on electronic voting equipment, providing countywide election day support (including the Arizona Strip), processing early ballots, and completing clerical tasks assigned by permanent Elections staff.

Starting Salary: $15.45/hr. Must pass drug screen post offer. All new hires must pass a background check.

Essential Job Functions: Performs or assists with various simple to complex labor and/or trades work assignments to maintain efficient operations of the department using independent judgment or under general direction of a higher-level authority. Work may involve driving as a courier, custodial work, building maintenance, etc. Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts. Performs related work as required and special projects as requested. May provide customer service to the public, departments and/or other agencies either by phone, email, or in person in response to questions, provide requested information, or direct queries to appropriate individuals and/or departments.

Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED (General Education Degree) Ability to speak, read and write English An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Driving a Box Truck up to 26 feet long may be required for some positions. Work independently and/or in a team to complete routine tasks or special projects. Communicating and maintaining professionalism with the public, co-workers, and work contacts. Understand and carry out simple to complex written and oral instructions. Effectively communicate in a courteous and professional manner with those encountered in the course of work. Perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation. ********************************* Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Mohave County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Mohave County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all job applicants and employees. The County shall not discriminate against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, pay promotion, retention, discipline or any other aspect of personnel administration, term or condition of employment, due to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, genetic information or disability, age (40 or older). Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. Mohave County's PTO is compliant with A.R.S. 23-371 requirements.

Employer: Mohave County Address: 700 W. Beale St Kingman, Arizona, 86402 Phone: 928-753-0736