Vote Center Representative (Extra Help, Seasonal)

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Salary: $23.72 – $29.66 Hourly
Location : County of San Mateo, CA
Job Type: Extra Help Seasonal
Job Number: E334XE
Department: Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder
Division: Elections
Opening Date: 08/21/2025
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 Vote Center Representatives to assist in the upcoming November 4, 2025, Special Election. The Elections Division is a fast-paced environment; this is an excellent opportunity to work with a group of dynamic, well-organized, and highly efficient individuals committed to the democratic 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 positions of Vote Center Representatives to be hired for the following duties:

• Use an iPad tablet to verify voter eligibility.
• Provide voters with information about the current election.
• Guide voters on 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.

Most of our positions for this role will be assigned to our E-Day Vote Centers. To be considered for this role, you MUST be available to work at least the full assignment below:

• 2 days of onboarding and training (dates in September and October, flexible subject to availability).
• Set-up: 4 hours on October 31 or November 3, to be assigned on an individual basis.
• Election Day: November 4, 6 AM – 11 PM (in some cases, the shift might last longer to accommodate voters).

Approximately 1 in 8 of our positions will work at an 11-Day Vote Center, following the schedule below:

• 2 days of onboarding and training (dates in September and October, flexible subject to availability).
• Set-up: 4 hours on October 25.
• Early Voting: October 27 – November 3, 8 AM – 6 PM weekdays AND weekends.
• Election Day: November 4, 6 AM – 11 PM (in some cases, the shift might last longer to accommodate voters).

Approximately 1 in 16 of our positions will work at a 30-Day Vote Center, following the schedule below:

• 2 days of onboarding and training (dates in September, flexible subject to availability).
• Set-up: 4 hours on October 4.
• Early Voting: October 6 – October 24, 8 AM – 6 PM weekdays.
• Early Voting: October 27 – November 3, 8 AM – 6 PM weekdays AND weekends.
• Election Day: November 4, 6 AM – 11 PM (in some cases, the shift might last longer to accommodate voters).

When you are interviewed, you will be asked your preference, so please review your schedule beforehand.

The Vote Center Support is classified as an Office Assistant I. The starting hourly wage for this position starts at $23.72.
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 Representative candidates will have strong organizational abilities, computer proficiency, attention to detail, and previous knowledge of vote center procedures and the live vote center application. Good candidates will also prioritize work, learn new jobs tasks quickly, and understand and carry out oral and written directions.

Some positions 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 will be ten days after Election Day which is November 14, 2025. Visit smcvote.org or follow us on social media @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. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department.

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis, and selections may be made at any time within the process.

Notice to Applicants:
Please note that this recruitment includes one-day hiring events conducted via Zoom, featuring on-the-spot interviews. To participate, you must submit your application as instructed above. If your application passes the initial screening, a recruiter will provide you with the option to register for one of the hiring events listed below:

• September 3, 2025, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
• September 17, 2025, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.
The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.

Analyst: Sarah Huynh (08212025) (Office Assistant I – E334-X)
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.
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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”.)
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Do you speak any of the languages listed below fluently? Check all that apply.

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

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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”.)
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