Election Worker – Vote Center Representative (Extra Help, Seasonal)

Location Type: On-site

 

Salary: $26.33 Hourly
Location : County of San Mateo, CA
Job Type: Extra Help Seasonal
Job Number: E334AX
Department: Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder
Division: Elections
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
Bargaining Unit: 37

Description
PEOPLE FIRST – Conduct fair, accurate, secure, and transparent elections to increase public participation and confidence.
The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking seasonal Election Worker – Vote Center Representatives to assist in the upcoming November 3, 2026 Statewide General Election. This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in the election process!
The Elections Division is an exciting, fast-paced environment, especially as elections approach. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized, and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic process. More information about the organization is available on the Elections Division website www.smcacre.gov.

We are currently seeking dedicated and hard-working individuals for the temporary, full-time position of Vote Center Representative. Vote Center Representatives will:

• Use an iPad tablet to verify voter eligibility.
• Provide voters with information about the current election.
• Guide voters on the use of electronic ballot marking devices.
• Operate office equipment including Windows laptops, printers, and iPad tablets.
• Assist voters with registering to vote and casting their ballot.
• Issue ballots using Windows laptops.
• Maintain accurate files and records.
• Secure election materials and supplies to maintain the integrity of the election.

Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin and/or Cantonese, or Tagalog/Filipino is HIGHLY desired but not required. Fluency in Korean, Burmese, Hindi, Japanese, Indonesian, Vietnamese, or Thai is desired but not required.
Most of our positions for this role will be assigned to our 4-Day Vote Centers. To be considered for this role, you MUST both complete a Live Scan in a timely manner and be available to work at least the full assignment below:

• Onboarding (part-day): dates in September and October, somewhat flexible and subject to availability.
• Training (full day): dates in October, subject to availability.
• Set-up: 4 hours on October 29th or 30th, to be assigned on an individual basis.
• Early Voting: October 31 – November 2, 8 AM – 6 PM weekdays AND weekends.
• Election Day: November 3, 6 AM – 11 PM (in some cases, the shift might last longer to accommodate voters).

Some positions will be assigned only one day of Early Voting, with onboarding, training, and working Election Day remaining mandatory;
A limited number of positions will work at an 11-Day Vote Center, following the schedule below:

• Onboarding (part-day): dates in September and October, somewhat flexible and subject to availability.
• Training (full day): dates in October, subject to availability.
• Set-up: 4 hours on October 23.
• Early Voting: October 24 – November 2, 8 AM – 6 PM weekdays AND weekends.
• Election Day: November 3, 6 AM – 11 PM (in some cases, the shift might last longer to accommodate voters).

The Vote Center Representative is classified as an Office Assistant I. The starting hourly wage for this position starts at $26.33.
This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra-help hours are dependent on the business needs of the department and therefore work hours may vary from week to week. Extra help employees shall not exceed 1,040 hours of work per fiscal year. Some extra help positions are eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.

Qualifications
Vote Center Representativecandidates will have strong organizational abilities, computer proficiency, and attention to detail. Previous knowledge of vote center procedures is desired but not required. Good candidates will also prioritize work, learn new tasks quickly, understand and carry out oral and written directions, and enjoy interacting with the public/voters.

This position may require working overtime, including long hours, weekends, evenings, and holidays. Any authorized time worked more than 40 hours in the workweek shall be considered overtime and shall be compensable at the rate of one and one-half (1-1/2) times the overtime worked. The selected individuals must be available for the entire employment period until the completion of their assignment.
The last anticipated day of employment is Election Day, which is November 3, 2026. Visit smcvote.gov or follow us on X @smcvote for updates on election schedules.

Application/Examination
This is an extra help recruitment. Anyone may apply. Computer access is available for free at any San Mateo County Library.

PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE ELECTIONS DIVISION OR THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT. The Elections Division will contact you by phone or email if your qualifications meet the current needs.

Because these are full-time (temporary) positions, candidates whose applications indicate they are currently employed in a full-time capacity will not be contacted. However, if you are currently employed and would like to be considered, please indicate how you could meet the required work schedule given your current employment in the supplemental questionnaire.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County’s website, you may click the “Apply” button. If you are not on the County’s website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required application materials. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time.

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis, and selections may be made at any time within the process.
Notice to Applicants:
If your application passes the initial screening, you will be contacted via email with an interview time. Interviews will begin at the end of July and will be conducted by Microsoft Teams or telephone. If you pass the departmental interview, you will be responsible for bringing a valid photo ID and social security card to the office, complete a Live Scan form then visiting an approved Live Scan location as soon as possible.
We invite you to explore our page for a snapshot of the comprehensive and competitive benefits available to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. From health and wellness to financial security, our benefits are designed to support you at every stage of your career. (Please note that benefits are subject to change.)

In addition to core benefits, the County is proud to offer a variety of wellness and professional development programs to help you grow both personally and professionally. Most of these enriching opportunities are available during work hours and come at no cost to you.

As a County employee, you’ll also be covered by the federal Social Security system, earning valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service.
01

If you currently work a full-time job, please explain how you will be available to work in this position. (If you are not currently working a full-time job, please answer with “n/a”.)
02

This position requires workers to be comfortable working with Windows laptops, touchscreen tablets and printers. Please describe your experience with these forms of technology. (If you do not have experience with any of these devices, please answer with “n/a”.)
03

Do you speak any of the languages listed below fluently? Check all that apply.

• Burmese
• Cantonese
• Hindi
• Indonesian
• Japanese
• Korean
• Mandarin
• Spanish
• Tagalog/Filipino
• Thai
• Vietnamese
• Other
• I do not speak any of the above languages.

04

If you selected “Other” in the languages supplemental question, please list the language.
05

Select the type of Vote Center you are available to work at. Select all that apply:

• 4-day Vote Center
• 11-day Vote Center
• 30-day Vote Center
• Election Day and one day during Early Voting at a Vote Center

06

List any specific days you can NOT work between September 21 – November 3, 2026. (Please provide any other scheduling related information you would like us to know here. If you can work any day during this time-period, please answer with “n/a”.)
07

List the locations of Vote Centers you are available to work at. Select all that apply:

• Atherton
• Belmont
• Brisbane
• Burlingame
• Colma
• Daly City
• East Palo Alto
• Foster City
• Half Moon Bay
• Hillsborough
• La Honda
• Menlo Park
• Millbrae
• Pacifica
• Pescadero
• Portola Valley
• Redwood City
• San Bruno
• San Carlos
• San Mateo
• South San Francisco
• Woodside

08

Please list other location information you would like us to know here.
09

I am willing and able to work ALL day on Election Day, from 6:00AM until finished.

• Yes
• No

10

How did you learn about this position?

• County of San Mateo Website
• County of San Mateo Job Interest Card Notification
• County Hosted Virtual Event
• County Hosted Job Fair
• CalOpps.org
• College/University Career Center
• Community-based Organization Posting
• Facebook/Instagram
• Friend or Relative
• GovernmentJobs.com
• Indeed
• Job Fair
• LinkedIn
• Professional Publication/Website (Please specify in next question)
• X (formerly called Twitter)
• Zip Recruiter
• Other (Please specify in next question)

11

If you answered, “Professional Publication/Website” or “Other” to the above question, please indicate below how you learned about this position. Your response to this question will help us in better marketing County jobs. Type NA if not applicable.
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