Election Workers

Summary

Posting Date:

2/13/24

Department:

Election Commission

Job Code:

X500, X501

Salary Plan/Grade:

Number of Hours Per Week:

hours vary

Additional Work Hours Information:

Must be available to work Election Day

Union Affiliation:

None

# of openings:

10

Type of Employment:

Temporary

Civil Service Type:

None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Warden:

The Warden is the Chief Election Officer at the polling place with responsibility for supervising and monitoring the work of the other election officers. The Warden maintains order, prevents interference with the voting process, ensures that all required materials are available, assists voters, and oversees the accurate completion of all election forms.

Clerk:

The Clerk keeps a record of all facts relating to the election proceedings and notes any unusual happenings during the conduct of the election. The Clerk assumes the responsibilities of the Warden in the Warden's absence.

Inspector:

Inspectors perform election duties under the direction of the Warden and Clerk, including but not limited to, checking voters' names at the Check-In and Check-Out Tables, and handing ballots to voters.

Tabulation Center Inspector:

The tabulation center inspectors perform duties, including but not limited to, tallying and sorting ballots. These inspectors will be assigned to work at the election tabulation site and should be available to work from 7:30 p.m. to approximately 12 a.m. on Election Day.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Be available to work Election Day from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the assigned polling place or 7:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. at the election tabulation center;
• Dedication, efficiency, patience, and friendliness are assets.

RATE: (rate depending on position assigned on election day)

• $22.50/hr - Warden & Clerk position
• $19.70/hr - Inspector position

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Fill out the Election Worker Application (click on link to complete application) and return it to the Cambridge Election Commission:

• In person or by mail: Cambridge Election Commission, 51 Inman Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
• By email: [email protected]
• By fax: 617-349-4366

COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY

The City of Cambridge is committed to providing fair, transparent, and competitive compensation to all employees. The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the full range for this position's pay grade (Steps 1-10). New employees joining the organization are hired within the hiring range, Steps 1 through 5, with placement at the midpoint reserved for the most qualified candidates. Starting placement is based on directly related education and experience relative to the minimum qualifications of the position, required licenses or certifications, internal equity with current employees, and relevant labor market factors. Employees progress through the 10 steps over time through the City's established step and pay progression policies.

This compensation philosophy applies to non-union positions. For union positions, please refer to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Current City employees applying to another position should refer to the Compensation & Classification Manual for the policies governing promotions, lateral transfers, and other internal salary changes.

ABOUT THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE

The City of Cambridge is a diverse and vibrant community that 120,000 residents of different ethnic, racial, religious, U.S. nationals and other backgrounds call home. We take pride in our City's diversity and strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the community we serve -- one in which all employees can thrive. The City is also deeply committed to creating an environment in which all our employees are treated equitably and feel included. In joining our team, you would work in a workplace environment that advances and values antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI), and that is committed to embedding ADEI best practices and tenets in all aspects of our work. City of Cambridge residents are especially encouraged to apply to job openings.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

The City of Cambridge is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBTQ+ Community, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City is committed to advancing a workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request by contacting Human Resources at [email protected].

Job Description

Posting Date:

2/13/24

Department:

Election Commission

Job Code:

X500, X501

Salary Plan/Grade:

Number of Hours Per Week:

hours vary

Additional Work Hours Information:

Must be available to work Election Day

Union Affiliation:

None

# of openings:

10

Type of Employment:

Temporary

Civil Service Type:

None

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Warden:

The Warden is the Chief Election Officer at the polling place with responsibility for supervising and monitoring the work of the other election officers. The Warden maintains order, prevents interference with the voting process, ensures that all required materials are available, assists voters, and oversees the accurate completion of all election forms.

Clerk:

The Clerk keeps a record of all facts relating to the election proceedings and notes any unusual happenings during the conduct of the election. The Clerk assumes the responsibilities of the Warden in the Warden's absence.

Inspector:

Inspectors perform election duties under the direction of the Warden and Clerk, including but not limited to, checking voters' names at the Check-In and Check-Out Tables, and handing ballots to voters.

Tabulation Center Inspector:

The tabulation center inspectors perform duties, including but not limited to, tallying and sorting ballots. These inspectors will be assigned to work at the election tabulation site and should be available to work from 7:30 p.m. to approximately 12 a.m. on Election Day.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Be available to work Election Day from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the assigned polling place or 7:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. at the election tabulation center;
• Dedication, efficiency, patience, and friendliness are assets.

RATE: (rate depending on position assigned on election day)

• $22.50/hr - Warden & Clerk position
• $19.70/hr - Inspector position

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Fill out the Election Worker Application (click on link to complete application) and return it to the Cambridge Election Commission:

• In person or by mail: Cambridge Election Commission, 51 Inman Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
• By email: [email protected]
• By fax: 617-349-4366

COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY

The City of Cambridge is committed to providing fair, transparent, and competitive compensation to all employees. The salary range listed in this job posting reflects the full range for this position's pay grade (Steps 1-10). New employees joining the organization are hired within the hiring range, Steps 1 through 5, with placement at the midpoint reserved for the most qualified candidates. Starting placement is based on directly related education and experience relative to the minimum qualifications of the position, required licenses or certifications, internal equity with current employees, and relevant labor market factors. Employees progress through the 10 steps over time through the City's established step and pay progression policies.

This compensation philosophy applies to non-union positions. For union positions, please refer to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Current City employees applying to another position should refer to the Compensation & Classification Manual for the policies governing promotions, lateral transfers, and other internal salary changes.

ABOUT THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE

The City of Cambridge is a diverse and vibrant community that 120,000 residents of different ethnic, racial, religious, U.S. nationals and other backgrounds call home. We take pride in our City's diversity and strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the community we serve -- one in which all employees can thrive. The City is also deeply committed to creating an environment in which all our employees are treated equitably and feel included. In joining our team, you would work in a workplace environment that advances and values antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion (ADEI), and that is committed to embedding ADEI best practices and tenets in all aspects of our work. City of Cambridge residents are especially encouraged to apply to job openings.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION

The City of Cambridge is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBTQ+ Community, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City is committed to advancing a workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request by contacting Human Resources at [email protected].