Election Assistants

Join Missoula County in making a meaningful impact, where your work supports our vibrant community, promotes public service, and contributes to a better future for all.

Job Description:

RATE OF PAY: $12.60 per hour

SCHEDULE: Regular, intermittent schedule

DEPARTMENT: Elections

BARGAINING UNIT: Non-Union, Personnel Plan

CLOSING DATE: September 5, 2026 (You must apply before this date)

TO APPLY: Please complete the online application and attach a resume.

DEFINITION:  Performs duties related to preparing for and processing elections. Special selection procedures exist for this position.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:  Copies and sorts materials, stuffs envelopes, prepares mailings for general, primary, school, and special elections. Prepares and processes absentee and mail ballots. Delivers supplies, performs errands, and assists with physical duties to move and set up election equipment.             OTHER DUTIES: May be required to drive a motor vehicle to run errands and deliver supplies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Requires HS graduation or GED. Requires experience performing physical labor and basic clerical tasks.  Elections Administrator will determine if a prospective employee’s qualifications are acceptable. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:  May require a valid Montana driver's license.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:  The work may require climbing ladders and intermittent strenuous physical activity over several days' time, including bending, carrying, and lifting heavy (up to 65 pounds) boxes.  Certain work assignments require use of motor vehicle to run errands, and pick-up and deliver election supplies.

Additional Job Description:

Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources

As a Missoula County employee, you will be a part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community.Missoula County is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or military status