Do you like driving and physical work? This short-term assignment provides an amazing opportunity to be engaged in the election process!
We are currently recruiting individuals to create a roster of skilled temporary employees who will work in the Short-Term Temporary Ballot Van Driver position. Training is provided to perform assigned work.
King County Elections (KCE) manages voter registrations and elections for more than 1.4 million voters in King County, the largest vote-by-mail county in the United States. KCE's mission is to conduct accessible, secure, and accurate elections. As a leader in providing inclusive elections, KCE is focused on three key priorities – (1) actively identifying and working to remove barriers to voting at both the individual and community level, (2) strengthening relationships with community and governmental partners, and (3) creating a culture of professional growth and development, openness and inclusion. Learn more at www.kingcounty.gov/elections.aspx
Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public.
Forms and Materials Required: King County online application and answers to the supplemental questions are required. Applications will be reviewed as received.
Work Schedule: The assignment will begin the week of January 18th and may last for up to one (1) month. The work schedule on Election Day (February 8th), will be adjusted to start earlier and end by 11:00 p.m. The number of hours worked and the work schedule vary according to the workload including additional evenings and weekends. This position is non-exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay.
The ideal candidate will have:
Travel to work locations throughout King County with limited or no public transportation services is required. A valid Washington State Driver's License is required to operate King County vehicles; must be 21 years old.
A final offer of temporary employment will be contingent upon the review of an official Washington State Driving Abstract establishing a good driving record.
Testing: Candidates who meet the qualifications will be invited in for testing. Testing will consist of a small physical capacity test of no more than 25 pounds and a basic driving test.
Union: This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117, Joint Units Agreement.
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Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement
King County Executive Branch employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are the successful candidate for the position you applied for, the County will send you a conditional offer letter.
As a condition of employment, prior to a final offer of employment, you will be required to:
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
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