Ballot Processing Junior Clerk – San Francisco Department of Elections (1402 Junior Clerk)

City and County of San Francisco • San Francisco, CA

3d • $29 - $35 • Onsite

About The Position

In preparation for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election, the Department is seeking applications for seasonal positions of Ballot Processing Junior Clerk (1402 Junior Clerk) to assist the Ballot Distribution division with various ballot processing tasks. Vote-by-mail ballot-processing consists of four steps: 1) envelope scanning, 2) signature comparison, 3) ballot extraction, and 4) votemark scanning. As part of Step 4, dedicated teams “adjudicate” (interpret ambiguous marks using standardized procedures) or “remake” (duplicate valid votemarks on irregular ballots onto new ballots for counting). The persons in these positions will be assigned to assist with a combination of ballot-processing steps with ordinary difficulty that may involve ballot tabulation, adjudication, and remake, using a set of standardized procedures provided. In addition to the range of duties assigned to the 1402 job code, https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=1402&setId=COMMN , the person in this position will have the following essential duties and responsibilities:
Perform ballot sorting, backfolding, extraction, duplication, tabulation preparation, and ballot distribution tasks. Open and process vote-by-mail and provisional envelopes according to established procedures. Prepare ballots for tabulation and scanning as directed. Assist with ballot tabulation and tracking. Maintain basic processing logs and documentation as instructed. Sort and organize vote-by-mail envelopes for record retention. Provide clerical support including organizing supplies and assembling materials. Assist with staging and distribution of election supplies. Perform assigned post-election tasks as directed. Work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Applicants are encouraged to learn more about what to expect during employment with the Department by watching this video: https://youtu.be/qgH-4bgAMLs .
The hires for this position may have different start dates which may be between May 26, 2026, and June 5, 2026, depending on the operational needs of the Department. Assignment may run until around one to three weeks after Election Day, June 2, 2026; the exact assignment end date will be determined by the operational needs of the Department. Work will primarily be on site at the Department of Elections Office at City Hall, San Francisco, CA. Travel within the city and warehouse work (Pier 31) will be required as needed. Candidates must be willing to work flexible working hours, including potentially on Election Day, June 2, from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. Work hours will vary widely in accordance with the demands of the election cycle and will range between 20 and 40 hours per week. Position may require mandatory evening and weekend work. Overtime hours are paid at 1.5 the hourly rate. Position requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods of time and lifting up to 25 lbs. This is a temporary exempt as-needed position. Temporary exempt as-needed employees who have worked more than 1040 hours in any consecutive 12-month period, and whose normal work week at the time of inclusion in the system is not less than 20 hours are eligible for health coverage and retirement benefits. For more information on the City and County of San Francisco benefit policies, refer to the Department of Human Resources website at https://careers.sf.gov/benefits/ .

Requirements

• Six (6) months of clerical experience including preparing and maintaining a variety of records and/or documents, filing, use of office equipment, public contact and processing of incoming and outgoing mail.
• Substitution: Completion of an approved City and County of San Francisco Clerical Administrative Training program, or completion of a clerical training program (240 hours), or 15 semester units (or equivalent quarter units) of coursework from an accredited college or university may substitute for up to 6 months of required experience.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks and physical work
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Perform ballot sorting, backfolding, extraction, duplication, tabulation preparation, and ballot distribution tasks.
• Open and process vote-by-mail and provisional envelopes according to established procedures.
• Prepare ballots for tabulation and scanning as directed.
• Assist with ballot tabulation and tracking.
• Maintain basic processing logs and documentation as instructed.
• Sort and organize vote-by-mail envelopes for record retention.
• Provide clerical support including organizing supplies and assembling materials.
• Assist with staging and distribution of election supplies.
• Perform assigned post-election tasks as directed.
• Work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Temporary exempt as-needed employees who have worked more than 1040 hours in any consecutive 12-month period, and whose normal work week at the time of inclusion in the system is not less than 20 hours are eligible for health coverage and retirement benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees