Election Inspector - Closing and Receiving Boards

Position Summary Under the supervision of the City Clerk's Office, the Election Inspector assists with assigned election-related duties at polling locations and receiving boards throughout the City of Grand Haven. Responsibilities may include assisting the Precinct Chairperson and Co-Chairperson with closing procedures, reviewing election materials for accuracy and completeness, ensuring receiving board duties are performed properly, addressing issues that arise, and providing excellent customer service. The Election Inspector helps ensure that elections are conducted accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable election laws and procedures. Essential Job Functions An employee in this position may be called upon to perform any or all of the following essential functions. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Assists the Precinct Chairperson and Co-Chairperson with Election Day duties and precinct-closing procedures. Assists with completing and reviewing required election paperwork for accuracy and completeness. Assists with sealing ballot containers and securing election materials in accordance with established procedures. Ensures receiving board duties are completed in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and procedures. Conducts quality-control reviews to confirm that required Election Day and precinct-closing duties have been completed. Helps resolve procedural or operational issues that arise during the closing of a precinct or the receiving board process. Follows Michigan election laws and established procedures to help ensure that all votes are properly tallied, documented, and accounted for. Provides courteous and professional assistance to voters, election workers, City staff, and members of the public. Safeguards ballots, election records, equipment, and other confidential or sensitive materials. Attends and successfully completes all required election inspector training. Performs all other duties as assigned by the City Clerk. Schedule This is an intermittent position that works primarily on scheduled election days. Work hours and assignments will vary depending on the needs of each election and may include early mornings, evenings, and extended hours. Election Inspectors may be assigned to polling locations, receiving boards, or other election-related duties throughout the City of Grand Haven. Compensation This position is paid $18.00 per hour, plus an additional $50.00 stipend for each election worked. Required Education, Training and Experience Must be a registered voter in the State of Michigan or a student who will be at least 16 years old by Election Day, in accordance with applicable eligibility requirements. Must obtain and maintain Election Inspector certification through the Ottawa County Clerk's Office. Must successfully complete all required online or in-person training. Current or prior Election Inspector certification through Ottawa County is required. Prior experience serving as a Precinct Chairperson or working in a City Clerk's Office is preferred. Previous Election Day experience in a precinct, absentee ballot counting board, or receiving board is required. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of Election Day processes and procedures, including precinct operations, absentee ballot counting boards, and receiving boards. Ability to understand and follow Michigan election laws, regulations, policies, and established procedures. Ability to accurately complete and review election records and other required documentation. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to identify and help resolve procedural or operational issues. Ability to handle ballots, election records, and other sensitive materials with discretion and integrity. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Ability to remain professional and composed in a fast-paced environment. Ability to provide excelle…

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