Ballot Prep

*ELECTION WORKER POSITIONS ARE TEMPORARY APPOINTMENTS AND NOT ELEGIBLE FOR EMPLOYEE BENEFITS*

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Position Summary: (No computer skills needed)

No computer skills are required. As a member of the Ballot Preparation Team, you will work collaboratively in a bipartisan team at tables of four to open mail ballot envelopes, carefully remove and unfold ballots, and prepare them for tabulation. This role requires attention to detail and adherence to established election procedures to ensure ballots are handled accurately and securely. The position is primarily seated and requires the ability to sit at a table and unfold ballots throughout the day, with hourly breaks.

Job Description:

Training will be provided on your first day.

• Count and verify the number of ballot envelopes in each tray.
• Open return envelopes and carefully remove voted ballots.
• Identify and separate damaged, facsimile, or fax ballots that may require a remake.
• Inspect ballots for red ink or light voter markings that may need enhancement for tabulation.
• Prepare ballot cards for tabulation by back-folding and properly boxing extracted ballots.
• Maintain voter anonymity by ensuring voter-identifying information remains out of view at all times.
• File empty envelopes, remakes, and miscellaneous materials in their designated storage areas.
• Check batches of empty envelopes to confirm that all ballots have been successfully extracted.
• Be comfortable with occasional downtime while waiting for additional ballots to be processed or delivered.

Essential Physical Requirements:
Ability to maintain frequent upward and downward neck movement throughout the workday while sitting for extended periods and performing repetitive tasks, with scheduled breaks to support comfort and productivity.

Lime & Teal Working Dates:

Ballot Prep Teal:

Thursday October 22nd, 2026: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Monday October 26th, 2026: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Wednesday October 28th, 2026: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Friday October 30th, 2026: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Sunday November 1st, 2026: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Monday November 2nd, 2026: 4:00 p.m. – Dismissed

Tuesday November 3rd, 2026: (2nd Shift) 4:00 p.m. – Dismissed (no later than 12am)

Thursday November 5th, 2026: On Call

Ballot Prep Lime:

Wednesday October 21st, 2026: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Friday October 23rd, 2026: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday October 27th, 2026: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Thursday October 29th, 2026: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Saturday October 31st, 2026: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Monday November 2nd, 2026: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday November 3rd, 2026: (1st Shift): 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday November 4th, 2026: On Call