Temporary Mail Courier

Maricopa County • Phoenix, AZ

23h • $18

About The Position

The Temporary Mail Courier will play a vital role in ensuring seamless operations across the organization. This position involves collaborating with multiple departments and providing support as needed. The Temporary Mail Courier will coordinate incoming ballots and correspondence for the Early Voting Division and support interdepartmental deliveries safely and efficiently in the Recorder’s Office. 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 have the ability to learn new tasks quickly. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain broad experience within the organization and contribute to various initiatives.

Requirements

• Six (6) months of clerical and/or customer service experience
• High School diploma or GED
• Other combinations of education and experience may be considered in substitution for the minimum qualifications.
• One (1) year of experience driving a twenty-six-foot box truck with a lift gate
• Must complete the County Vehicle Operating Training
• Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona driver’s license by the time of hire
• Must be eligible to vote in Arizona
• Must successfully complete the next scheduled Secretary of State Election Officer Certification
• Ability to develop and implement continuous quality improvement strategies
• Requires lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 75 lbs.
• Bending, stooping, standing, sitting, and using hand dexterity, vision, and mathematical reasoning in an office environment
• Operates county vehicles to safely transport election employees, materials, and supplies between election sites
• Must 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

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year working in a distribution or mailroom setting
• One (1) year of experience performing office, administrative, and clerical duties
• Associate's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
• One (1) year of Election experience

Responsibilities

• Manages the sorting and distribution of all incoming mail and ballots, creating a standardized and efficient process for staff
• Securely assist in transporting ballots and other election material in the Election vehicles
• Confirms and maintains delivery receipts of delivered mail for audit purposes
• Serve as a flexible resource, providing support to different departments as needed based on workload and organizational priorities
• Depending on departmental needs, assist with a variety of tasks, including administrative support, data entry, project coordination, and customer service
• Proactively learn new skills and adapt to changing priorities and departmental needs in a fast-paced environment
• Evaluates, recommends, and implements policies, procedures, and processes relating to early voting logistics in compliance with state statutes and federal election laws
• Determines the department/recipient for whom the mail is intended when necessary
• Ensure the health and safety practices are in place and the work area is maintained to avoid accidents

Benefits

• Work with a greater purpose
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Forbes has rated Maricopa County one of Arizona’s Best Employers in 2024.
• We are over 13,000 employees strong, providing vital services for one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with over four million residents who call Maricopa County home.
• Along with offering purposeful careers, you can expect a rich selection of economical and comprehensive healthcare options, robust retirement plans, tuition and loan payment programs, and multiple paid leave options, as part of an overall generous compensation and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED