Elections Worker Temporary

Summary

Salary: $26.11 - $32.44 Hourly
Location : King County Elections - 919 SW Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057-2906, WA
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 2026JLR27069
Department: KCE - King County Elections
Division: Ballot Processing & Delivery
Opening Date: 09/02/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: F1A : L117-Admin
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours/Week: 35 hours/week

Summary

This is an amazing opportunity to be engaged in the election process!

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 core values of accuracy, equity, integrity, service, teamwork, and transparency. The team at KCE is committed to ensuring all King County voters can get registered, cast their ballot, and make their voices heard. Learn more at

We are recruiting to create a roster of skilled temporary employees who will work in seasonal temporary positions in various work groups within Elections. These positions will perform a variety of duties necessary to support the administration of the various 2026 Elections in King County. Specific job duties will vary based on the needs of the Elections Department. Training is provided to perform assigned work.

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. Applications will be reviewed as received.

Work Schedule: The office is open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The number of hours worked and the work schedule vary according to the workload. During peak election cycles some positions might work additional hours including evenings and weekends. Typically, the duration of the work is 3-4 weeks; however, some positions work only a few days. The duration of the Customer Service Specialist (Drop Box Attendant) is two days. This position is non-exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act and are eligible for overtime pay.

Work Location(s): This position will work at Renton Elections Building located at 919 SW Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. The position may also be requested to work at additional off-site voting and registration centers throughout the county.

Selection Process: Application materials will be screened on an ongoing basis; the most competitive candidates will be e-mailed for further steps in the selection process that will include a data-entry assessment test and interview. PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR FURTHER STEPS IN THIS PROCESS.
Job Duties

King County Elections believes in working in a very agile working environment. Creating a team that delivers now and in the future is very important. There may be various job duties that you could be assigned. Some examples Include:

Voter Services - Vote Center/Phone Bank - assist voters with questions on site or may answer incoming calls, provide basic election information, look up voter information, and/or call voters to verify information; enter data and validate voter information for various elections related activities.

Ballot Processing - Ballot Review/Scan -scans ballots and ensures that votes are counted as the voter intended through a variety of quality control processes.

Ballot Processing - Opening - open and separate envelopes and ballots; inspect ballots and envelopes, complete batch ticket information.

Ballot Processing - Signature Verification - analyze and determine whether to accept or challenge a signature by applying the criteria of 'Signature Verification standards' as required by Revised Code of Washington.

Ballot Drop Box - Ballot Collection - accompany a driver to a predetermined route and empty ballots from the ballot drop boxes. Secure the ballots and transport them back to the Elections office.

Ballot Drop Box - Customer Service Specialist - greet voters and provide customer service onsite at a Ballot Drop Box on Election Night. Speak with voters and answer various questions related to Elections. May assist with traffic flow. Manage any lines that may form and citizen expectations. As part of a closing team, this individual will assist in drop box closing procedures.

Other duties as assigned.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Candidates must have predictable and reliable attendance and the ability to work the required hours for the assigned job. Travel to work locations throughout King County with limited or no public transportation services is required. The most competitive applicants will have work experience, abilities and skills in one or more of the following, depending on the requirements of each job:

• Data entry with accuracy and speed (timed computer test will be administered)
• Demonstrated baseline proficiency in written and spoken English
• Attention to detail and proofreading skills
• Ability to file numerically or alpha with accuracy
• Customer service and team building skills
• Ability to follow directions with strict rules and regulations
• Ability to gain knowledge of elections terminology
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced and high-volume work environment
• Ability to multi-task in an efficient and accurate manner
• Ability to work independently in a team environment
• Ability to stand or sit for periods of time as required
• Ability to bend, lift and/or move 25 lbs. of ballots

Supplemental Information
These positions will be filled as Customer Services Specialist I ($26.11/hour), Administrative Specialist I ($26.74/hour), or Administrative Specialist II ($29.46/hour) depending upon the needs of the Elections Department and candidate test scores.

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. A final offer of employment will be contingent upon review of an official Washington State Driving Abstract demonstrating a good driving record.

Physical Requirements: The duties in this position are performed in an office setting and may be required to lift and/or move at least 25 pounds independently and up to 50 pounds in a team setting. Must have the ability to bend, kneel, stand, reach, climb, stoop, and squat.

Union: These positions are represented by Teamsters, Local 117, Professional & Technical and Administrative Employees.
King County's Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values unite us.

King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.

Application Process

Are you ready to make a difference? dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County's vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruitment team listed below:
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Temporary Elections Worker Recruitment Team
Email: Temp.ElectionWorker@kingcounty.gov
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:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
01

You are required to be at least 18 years of age when submitting your application for this position. At the time of this application, are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02

How did you hear about this position?

• King County Website or GovernmentJobs.com
• Referred by King County Employee
• Personal Referral
• Radio Ad or Interview
• King County Recruiter
• Indeed.com
• Other

03

Answering the following question will help us determine the position that is a "best" match for your background and experience. How many years of experience do you have working in customer service and/or working with the public in a diverse environment?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 2 or more years

04

Most positions are physically demanding requiring standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, and liftin 25 lbs. Do you have the ability to perform these functions with or without an accommodation?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you understand this is a Short-Term Temporary position with variable hours as needed and may require you to work more than 8 hours on the day of Election (November 3)

• Yes
• No

06

Please check all boxes that apply to your previous work experience:

• Data Entry/Typing
• Customer Service
• Call Center - Phones
• Maintaining Records
• Proofread and verify own work
• No clerical support experience

07

Are you applying to this position for the role of Drop Box Closer ONLY? (refer to the description of Customer Service Specialist in the job posting)

• Yes
• No

08

Are you applying to this position as an eligible Priority Placement Program Participant who is a current or previous King County Employee impacted by layoff? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?

• Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
• No.

09

If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
Required Question

Job Description

Salary: $26.11 - $32.44 Hourly
Location : King County Elections - 919 SW Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057-2906, WA
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 2026JLR27069
Department: KCE - King County Elections
Division: Ballot Processing & Delivery
Opening Date: 09/02/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: F1A : L117-Admin
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours/Week: 35 hours/week

Summary

This is an amazing opportunity to be engaged in the election process!

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 core values of accuracy, equity, integrity, service, teamwork, and transparency. The team at KCE is committed to ensuring all King County voters can get registered, cast their ballot, and make their voices heard. Learn more at

We are recruiting to create a roster of skilled temporary employees who will work in seasonal temporary positions in various work groups within Elections. These positions will perform a variety of duties necessary to support the administration of the various 2026 Elections in King County. Specific job duties will vary based on the needs of the Elections Department. Training is provided to perform assigned work.

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. Applications will be reviewed as received.

Work Schedule: The office is open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The number of hours worked and the work schedule vary according to the workload. During peak election cycles some positions might work additional hours including evenings and weekends. Typically, the duration of the work is 3-4 weeks; however, some positions work only a few days. The duration of the Customer Service Specialist (Drop Box Attendant) is two days. This position is non-exempt according to the Fair Labor Standards Act and are eligible for overtime pay.

Work Location(s): This position will work at Renton Elections Building located at 919 SW Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057. The position may also be requested to work at additional off-site voting and registration centers throughout the county.

Selection Process: Application materials will be screened on an ongoing basis; the most competitive candidates will be e-mailed for further steps in the selection process that will include a data-entry assessment test and interview. PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR FURTHER STEPS IN THIS PROCESS.
Job Duties

King County Elections believes in working in a very agile working environment. Creating a team that delivers now and in the future is very important. There may be various job duties that you could be assigned. Some examples Include:

Voter Services - Vote Center/Phone Bank - assist voters with questions on site or may answer incoming calls, provide basic election information, look up voter information, and/or call voters to verify information; enter data and validate voter information for various elections related activities.

Ballot Processing - Ballot Review/Scan -scans ballots and ensures that votes are counted as the voter intended through a variety of quality control processes.

Ballot Processing - Opening - open and separate envelopes and ballots; inspect ballots and envelopes, complete batch ticket information.

Ballot Processing - Signature Verification - analyze and determine whether to accept or challenge a signature by applying the criteria of 'Signature Verification standards' as required by Revised Code of Washington.

Ballot Drop Box - Ballot Collection - accompany a driver to a predetermined route and empty ballots from the ballot drop boxes. Secure the ballots and transport them back to the Elections office.

Ballot Drop Box - Customer Service Specialist - greet voters and provide customer service onsite at a Ballot Drop Box on Election Night. Speak with voters and answer various questions related to Elections. May assist with traffic flow. Manage any lines that may form and citizen expectations. As part of a closing team, this individual will assist in drop box closing procedures.

Other duties as assigned.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Candidates must have predictable and reliable attendance and the ability to work the required hours for the assigned job. Travel to work locations throughout King County with limited or no public transportation services is required. The most competitive applicants will have work experience, abilities and skills in one or more of the following, depending on the requirements of each job:

• Data entry with accuracy and speed (timed computer test will be administered)
• Demonstrated baseline proficiency in written and spoken English
• Attention to detail and proofreading skills
• Ability to file numerically or alpha with accuracy
• Customer service and team building skills
• Ability to follow directions with strict rules and regulations
• Ability to gain knowledge of elections terminology
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced and high-volume work environment
• Ability to multi-task in an efficient and accurate manner
• Ability to work independently in a team environment
• Ability to stand or sit for periods of time as required
• Ability to bend, lift and/or move 25 lbs. of ballots

Supplemental Information
These positions will be filled as Customer Services Specialist I ($26.11/hour), Administrative Specialist I ($26.74/hour), or Administrative Specialist II ($29.46/hour) depending upon the needs of the Elections Department and candidate test scores.

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. A final offer of employment will be contingent upon review of an official Washington State Driving Abstract demonstrating a good driving record.

Physical Requirements: The duties in this position are performed in an office setting and may be required to lift and/or move at least 25 pounds independently and up to 50 pounds in a team setting. Must have the ability to bend, kneel, stand, reach, climb, stoop, and squat.

Union: These positions are represented by Teamsters, Local 117, Professional & Technical and Administrative Employees.
King County's Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values unite us.

King County serves residents with a relentless sense of urgency, delivering on commitments with transparency and accountability. We are action-oriented, creative problem solvers who collaborate across roles, engage directly with communities, and challenge the status quo to achieve meaningful impact. As a unified team, we uphold high ethical and stewardship standards, embrace change, stay curious, and continuously improve. Across all interactions, we listen first, act quickly, and stay aligned as a team to earn and sustain public trust. Learn more about our Vision, Mission, and ACTIVATE Values here and visit our Why work at King County page here.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on sex, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religious affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age except by minimum age and retirement provisions, pregnancy, status as a family caregiver, parental status, marital status, military status or status as a veteran who was honorably discharged or who was discharged solely as a result of the person's sexual orientation or gender identity or expression, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information, or other protected class. However, to the extent that distinction or differential treatment on the basis of citizenship or immigration status is authorized by either federal or state law, regulation, or government contract, it is not an unfair practice.

Application Process

Are you ready to make a difference? dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County's vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruitment team listed below:
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Temporary Elections Worker Recruitment Team
Email: Temp.ElectionWorker@kingcounty.gov
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:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
01

You are required to be at least 18 years of age when submitting your application for this position. At the time of this application, are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02

How did you hear about this position?

• King County Website or GovernmentJobs.com
• Referred by King County Employee
• Personal Referral
• Radio Ad or Interview
• King County Recruiter
• Indeed.com
• Other

03

Answering the following question will help us determine the position that is a "best" match for your background and experience. How many years of experience do you have working in customer service and/or working with the public in a diverse environment?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 2 or more years

04

Most positions are physically demanding requiring standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, and liftin 25 lbs. Do you have the ability to perform these functions with or without an accommodation?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you understand this is a Short-Term Temporary position with variable hours as needed and may require you to work more than 8 hours on the day of Election (November 3)

• Yes
• No

06

Please check all boxes that apply to your previous work experience:

• Data Entry/Typing
• Customer Service
• Call Center - Phones
• Maintaining Records
• Proofread and verify own work
• No clerical support experience

07

Are you applying to this position for the role of Drop Box Closer ONLY? (refer to the description of Customer Service Specialist in the job posting)

• Yes
• No

08

Are you applying to this position as an eligible Priority Placement Program Participant who is a current or previous King County Employee impacted by layoff? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?

• Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
• No.

09

If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
Required Question