IntroductionThis recruitment is being given to fill multiple temporary positions in the Registrar of Voters and to establish an eligible referral pool to fill future temporary opportunities. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.NOTE All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.Pre-Employment BackgroundÂPotential new hires into this classificationare required to successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation asa condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made unless the eligiblehas successfully completed the background processTYPICAL DUTIESLearns to process voter registration documents absentee voter applications and ballots and other election-related documents to verify signatures on candidate nomination petitions to maintain and update voter registration files and to ensure compliance to all regulatory requirements.ÂLearns to interpret and apply provisions of registration and election laws regulations and related codes relevant to the assignment assists with the coding filing and retrieving of documents and records using standard alphabetical numerical coded and computerized filing systems learns to examine documents records and forms for accuracy and compliance to election laws and regulations.Assists the public responds to routine questions from candidates representatives of candidates office holders voters and the general public regarding the elections process.Performs data entry required for voter information affidavit tracking absentee voting and other election related information assists with the processing of a variety of mail including absentee ballot applications new registrant information and other election related mail issues receipts for ballots and supplies.Prepares a variety of routine reports forms and other written communication.Operates a variety of modern office machines voting machines and computers.Computes and collects fees issues receipts sells maps and voter indices accepts filing fees.May assist with the recruitment and training of temporary election workers learns to recruit polling places and to evaluate sites for accessibility in compliance with state and federal guidelines.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSExperienceOne year of general clerical or office technical work which included substantial public contact.Substitutionsa One year of business training in an approved vocational training program may substitute for the above-required experience OR b Completion of 30 semester45 quarter units at an accredited college or university may substitute for the above-required experience.ÂANDÂLicensePossession of a valid California driverâs license.ÂSpecial RequirementMost positions require the ability to use computers andor word processing equipment. If required by the nature of the position demonstrated general or software-specific computer proficiency may be required prior to appointment.KNOWLEDGEGeneral office practices and procedures basic provisions of various federal state and local laws rules regulations and ordinances related to the election process basic computer and modern office automation technology and computer software programs relevant to department operations basic filing and recordkeeping systems standard correspondence and report format language mechanics public relation techniques basic arithmetical operations related to clerical processes.ABILITYLearn Registration-Elections terminology and laws read understand and apply written regulations and other job related materials write clearly and legibly perform basic arithmetical operations match names and numbers utilize standard office procedures operate computers and related software establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public communicate effectively both orally and in writing operate a variety of specialized office machines such as ballot card reader and microfiche reader.PHYSICALMENTAL REQUIREMENTSMobility-Frequent operation of a data entry device repetitive motion sitting for long periods walking occasional standing pushing pulling bending squatting climbing driving Lifting-Frequently 5 pounds or less occasionally 5 to 30 pounds Visual-Constant good overall vision and readingclose-up work frequent color perception and use of eyehand coordination occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision HearingTalking-Frequent hearing of normal speech hearingtalking on the telephone talking in person EmotionalPsychological-Occasional decision making concentration and public contact Special Requirements-Some assignments may require working weekends nights andor occasional overtime Environmental-Occasional exposure to varied weather conditions.San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA and upon request will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Equal Opportunity EmployerSan Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age ancestry color creed marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation or belief pregnancy race religion sex or sexual orientation. For more information go toEqual Employment Opportunity Division sjgov.org.Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act ADASan Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and upon request will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Selection ProceduresApplicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.Testing Accommodation Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA must call Human Resources Division at 209 468-3370 prior to the examination date.ÂPhysical Exam Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen.ÂEmployment of RelativesApplicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship parent child grandparent grandchild or sibling either by blood or marriage may not be appointed promoted transferred into or within the department whenThey are related to the Appointing Authority orThe employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the otherDepartment Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.Proof of Eligibility If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S.HOW TO APPLYApply OnlineÂÂÂÂÂÂÂwww.sjgov.orgdepartmenthrBy mail or in personÂÂSan JoaquinCountyHuman Resources44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330Stockton CA 95202ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂOffice hoursÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂMonday â Friday 800 am to 500 pm excluding holidays.Phone 209 468-3370ÂÂJob LineFor currentÂemployment opportunitiesÂplease callÂour 24-hour job line at 209 468-3377.ÂWhen a final filing date is indicated applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 500 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail which are not received by the final filing date will not be accepted. The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division.ÂSan Joaquin County Substance Abuse PolicySan Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees.Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age ancestry color creed marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation or belief pregnancy race religion sex or sexual orientation. For more information go towww.sjgov.orgdepartmenthreeo.