This is a continuous filing exam. The next filing cut-offs are at 5:00 pm on:

Under supervision, the Election Assistant uses a computer terminal to enter voter registration, absentee voter or precinct officer/polling place data into the department’s computer files. Incumbents also respond to routine questions from candidates, representatives of candidates, office holders, voters and the general public about campaign requirements, voting regulations, and general information about elections. Incumbents in this class may also serve as lead workers over small groups (1-15) of temporary Election Clerks during peak workload periods for short periods of time.

Knowledge Of

• Office practices and procedures
• Basic provisions of the California and federal laws, codes and regulations relating to voter registration and the administration of elections
• Data entry equipment and applications used in voter registration and elections
• Elementary mathematics

• Read, understand, explain and apply basic provisions of various California codes and regulations relating to the administration of elections and registration of voters
• File documents rapidly and accurately
• Review and compare documents for completeness and accuracy
• Work well with others
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Speak English at a level for effective job performance
• Disassemble, inspect, repair and reassemble voting equipment
• Operate office equipment such as microfiche machines, personal computers, laser printers, scanners and optical disk retrieval/storage systems

1. Some positions may be required to lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
2. Most positions are required to use a personal computer. Although there is no typing speed requirement, appointees should be familiar with and be able to use a typewriter or a computer keyboard

Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of experience and education or training that is likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Six months of paid or volunteer experience in the State of California working in conducting local or statewide elections or in the registration of voters. Note: The word “experience” referenced in the minimum qualifications means full-time paid experience unless the job announcement states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational requirement, applicants must submit proof of education with the application. Failure to submit proof of educational requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. License Requirement: Some positions in this class require a California Driver’s license Class C, or higher. Failure to maintain the appropriate driver’s license may constitute cause for disciplinary action. The probationary period for this classification is twelve(12) months.

Testing Process Minimum Qualifications – To be accepted into the testing process, the information submitted on the application must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the required minimum qualifications by the cut-off date. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications by the final filing date will advance to the next testing phase – the Training & Experience Evaluation Exam. Formula Rate (Training & Experience Evaluation) Exam – The evaluation of the candidate’s relevant experience, education and training, as shown in response to the Training & Experience Evaluation supplemental questions, weighted 100%. Only the responses to the Training & Experience Evaluation supplemental questions in this job announcement will be evaluated. All candidates successful in the testing process will be notified by mail of their score and ranking and placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the evaluation of the candidate’s responses to the Training & Experience Evaluation supplemental questionnaire. Note: Responses to the Training & Experience Evaluation supplemental questionnaire must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date in order to be evaluated. Note: The information provided should be consistent with the information in your standard County of Sacramento application and is subject to verification. Please refer to the Training & Experience Evaluation instructions (located in this job announcement) for guidance on how to respond to the supplemental questions. How to Apply As vacancies occur, a cut-off date will be established and posted in the Employment Office. All applications/supplements received by 5:00 p.m. on the current posted cut-off date will be processed. Applications received after the current posted cut-off date will remain on file and processed after the next established cut-off date. Application packets may be submitted to our office on-line, in person or by mail. Applicants are encouraged to complete and submit the standard County of Sacramento application form and their responses to the supplemental questions on-line. However, any required additional documentation (such as copies of transcripts, etc.) must be submitted in person or by mail and clearly marked with the title of the job for which you are applying. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure his/her application, responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, and any other required document(s) are received by the current cut-off date. Postmarks will not be accepted. Note: Resumes may be attached to your application. However, a resume will not substitute for the experience information that is required for your application process. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if the experience portion of the application is not completed on the application. A notation of "See Resume" will not be permitted. To apply, please complete and submit a Sacramento County application form, responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire, and any required document(s) by 5:00 p.m. on the application cut-off date to: Sacramento County Employment Office 609 9th Street Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone 916-874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service M/C 06-007 www.saccountyjobs.org Note: The Sacramento County Employment Office is not responsible for the untimely delivery of materials sent via U.S./specialized mail or County interoffice mail. For information regarding other County jobs, call (916) 874-5627. You will be provided with a recorded message, accessible 24 hours a day. Applications are available by calling (916) 874-5593 or www.saccountyjobs.org. For additional information related to Sacramento County’s employee benefits, appeal rights, and testing process information, please read the “Sacramento County Employment Benefits You...” brochure or review the "Employee Benefits" section on our website. All applications will be screened by the Employment Office to determine if each applicant meets the minimum qualifications. The application must clearly show that the minimum qualifications are met by the cut-off date or the application will not be accepted. All statements are subject to verification. For Applicants with Disabilities ONLY Applicants with disabilities requesting an applicable ADA testing accommodation must complete and submit the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form filled out by applicant and their doctor to the Disability Compliance Office by the final filing date as listed in this job announcement. The Reasonable Accommodation Request Form can be obtained by clicking here or by contacting the Sacramento County Employment Office or Disability Compliance Office. Failure to submit this request by the final filing date may result in the County being unable to provide the requested accommodation in a timely manner for this administration of the examination. Sacramento County Disability Compliance Office 700 H Street, Room 5720 Sacramento, CA 95814 SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE INSTRUCTIONS When completing the Supplemental Questionnaire, please include all relevant experience, education, and training for each question and explain your answers thoroughly. Please complete the questionnaire attached to this job bulletin or if applying on-line, see the tab marked “Supplemental Questions”. This is an essential part of the exam process. Include 1) places of employment; 2) pertinent dates; 3) duties performed, etc. when responding to the questions. If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely. Any experience and/or training listed MUST be identified on your application. If you are not submitting your application on-line, include the steps below when preparing your responses to the supplemental questions. Your application will be rejected as incomplete if this supplemental questionnaire is not completed and submitted with your application.