Temporary Ballot Courier

Posting Date

08/28/26

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

Elections

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.

Apply Today! Temporary Election Workers who meet eligibility requirements can earn a $1,250 One-Time Retention Incentive. Don’t miss your opportunity to qualify!

About Us

Maricopa County Elections serves over 2.5 million registered voters as they exercise their right to make informed decisions regarding the selection of local and national leaders and ballot measures. We believe in teamwork, creating a vibrant, exciting work environment, and pursuing opportunities to make a positive impact in the communities that make up the 4th largest and fastest-growing County in the United States! Our work supports elections in cities, towns, school districts, and special districts, and we look forward to welcoming you to our team!

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

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 State of Arizona by the time of hire
• •Position may require the use of a county vehicle, which will require a valid driver’s license, and attendance in Maricopa County’s Defensive Driving Course
• •Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire
• •Must pass an applicable background screening
• •Must be able to work overtime as necessary

We Also Value

• •One or more years of professional driving experience
• •One or more years of warehouse experience
• •One or more years of election experience

Job Contributions

• •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

Working Conditions

• •Full-time/Temporary/Holiday/Overtime hours are mandatory during the election cycle
• •Requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, to lift floor-to-shoulder and shoulder-to-waist up to 25 pounds and carry it for 100 feet, to push/pull a minimum of up to 50 pounds for 100 feet, to stoop and bend, to use u pper extremity repetitive motions, and to travel within Maricopa County using a County vehicle
• •Requires the use of a pallet jack and dolly
• •Closed-toed shoes must be worn at all times
• •Work may occur outdoors in high temperatures or indoors
• •Must not engage in any political discussion

Selection Procedure

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

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

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.

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