Maricopa County Recorder’s Office
TemporaryBallotCourier
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“Temporary Ballot Courier at Maricopa County Recorder’s Office. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. retrieving ballots from Ballot Drop Boxes. securely delivering them to our central warehouse for processing”
What You'll Achieve.
securely delivering them to our central warehouse for processing; ensure the lawful hand-off and transportation of ballots
Industry & Context.
Full-time/Temporary/Holiday/Overtime hours are mandatory during the election cycle, Ability to sit or stand for extended periods, lift floor-to-shoulder and shoulder-to-waist of up to 25 pounds and carry for 100 feet, push/pull a minimum of up to 50 pounds for 100 feet, stoop and bend, upper extremity repetitive motions, May be required to use a county vehicle to travel within Maricopa County, The work environment is outdoors in high temperatures or indoors, Must not engage in any political discussion, 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
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
high school diploma or GED, registered voter or have the ability to become a registered voter in the State of Arizona by time of hire, possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire, pass an applicable background screening, able to work overtime as necessary
Nice to Have
One or more years of professional driving experience, One or more years of warehouse experience, One or more years of election experience, use of a county vehicle, which will require a valid driver’s license, and attendance in Maricopa County’s Defensive Driving Course
What You'll Do.
retrieving ballots from Ballot Drop Boxes
securely delivering them to our central warehouse for processing
support divisional operations within early voting (Signature Verification
Audits are conducted when ballots arrive at the central warehouse
and ballots are prepared for transport
Works in teams of two representing different political affiliations (e.g. Republican and Democrat)
Retrieves ballots from Ballot Drop Boxes and securely delivers them to the central warehouse for processing
Completes a chain-of-custody form that is signed by a Polling Location or Vote Center Inspector to ensure the lawful hand-off and transportation of ballots
Assists other divisions of Elections with their daily functions and activities
along with other job duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works in teams of two representing different political affiliations (e.g. Republican and Democrat); Assists other divisions of Elections with their daily functions and activities
Full Job Description
**Posting Date** 05/14/26 **Application Deadline** Open Until Filled **Pay Range** Pay for this position is $18.50 hourly. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. **Job Type** Election Workers (Seasonal) **Department** Recorder **About the Position** Our Temporary Ballot Couriers perform the essential job of retrieving ballots from Ballot Drop Boxes and securely delivering them to our central warehouse for processing. The Temporary Ballot Courier position is a temporary assignment with Maricopa County before, during, and after the election cycle. This cross-functional position will also support divisional operations within early voting (Signature Verification, Curing, etc.). The ideal candidate will be adaptable, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be able to learn new tasks quickly. **About Us** The Maricopa County Recorder’s Office (MCRO) is responsible for maintaining the Maricopa County voter registration records and for administering over elections in partnership with the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. The MCRO also maintains the permanent public record of over 50 million documents dating back to 1871, including deeds, plat maps, and a variety of other important documents. Our office serves over 2.5 million registered voters as well as 4.4 million residents across Maricopa County. The MCRO offers a friendly, welcoming, and collaborative environment with opportunities to grow and develop new skills. **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](https://www.maricopa.gov/5954/Love-What-You-Do) **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 Stat
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