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Temporary Ballot Tabulation Center (BTC) Operator

Maricopa County
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
510 South 3rd Avenue (Show on map)
Apr 15, 2026
Posting Date 04/14/26 Application Deadline Open Until Filled Pay Range Pay for this position is $18 hourly. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Hours may vary from Part-time to Full-time hours based on business needs. Job Type Election Workers (Seasonal) Department Elections About the Position As a Temporary BTC Operator, you facilitate the election process by organizing and processing ballots and performing data entry. About Us Maricopa County Elections serves over 2.5 million registered voters as they exercise their right to make informed decisions regarding the selection of local and national leaders and ballot measures. We believe in teamwork, creating a vibrant, exciting work environment, and pursuing opportunities to make a positive impact in the communities that make up the 4th largest and fastest-growing County in the United States! Our work supports elections in cities, towns, school districts, and special districts, and we look forward to welcoming you to our team! Proud To Offer Work with a greater purpose Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require This position requires a high school diploma or GED. Other Requirements Must be a registered voter or have the ability to become a registered voter in the State of Arizona by the time of hire Must pass an applicable background screening Must be able to work overtime as necessary Must have legible penmanship We Also Value One or more years of general office experience One or more years of moderate computer use experience One or more years of election experience Bilingual in English and Spanish Job Contributions Organizes bundles of ballots to feed into tabulators or scanners by sorting, stacking, and straightening bundles Maintains accurate and legible documentation of ballots tabulated using a number pad on a keyboard Lifts up to 50-pound ballot trays from racks to the tabulation machine Stands throughout the assignment, moving ballots around the tabulation room for processing and organization Assists other divisions within Elections or the Recorder's Office with daily operations Working Conditions Full-time/Temporary/Holidays/Overtime hours are mandatory during the election cycle Upper extremity repetitive motion is required Requires the ability to review small fonts on hard copy or computer screen and to lift floor-to-shoulder and shoulder-to-waist a minimum of 50 pounds, and carry for 100 feet Requires the ability to stand for extended periods of time All operations will be conducted under Livestream cameras and in the presence of political observers Must not engage in any political discussions Selection Procedure Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process. Apply Now!