Job Description
Posting number: 2600354
Department: Clerk & Recorder's Office
Division: Elections
Job classification: Election Judge - Distribution Center (Temporary)
Posting type: Open
Categories: Administration, Customer Service, Elections
The El Paso County Clerk and Recorder is hiring Temporary Election Logistics Judges for the 2026 Election Season!
Positions provide short-term support during the election process – dates, locations, and hours vary.
Dates range from late September 2026 through the middle of December 2026.
Join our elections team and provide a key civic service while making a difference in our community!
Hiring Rate: $16.50 - $18.50 hourly
This is an in-person position and is not eligible for remote work.
This position requires the ability to work various shifts and times; overtime and weekend hours may be required, subject to change.
Please be advised this position may close without advance notice, should we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications.
Examples of duties
- Assists in setting up and tearing down Voter Service and Polling Centers throughout El Paso County.
- Performs daily material handling processes and controls for department-wide receiving and distribution; utilizes a County vehicle to pick up, transport, and deliver equipment, parts, materials, and supplies.
- Provides excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy in work.
- Receives, stocks, maintains, and organizes supplies throughout various locations, such as buildings, warehouses, distribution centers, and yards; ensures appropriate stocking levels of various materials. Operates forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
- Maintains safe, clean, and organized facility/work areas; complies with safety and security regulations regarding handling of supplies and materials. Maintains general equipment safety procedures and repairs.
- Contributes to team effort by helping to achieve departmental goals.
- As directed, assists with weather-related duties, such as snow removal.
- Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to follow rules and regulations as outlined in procedure manuals.
- Ability to adhere to ethical standards of conduct.
- Must be punctual, detail-oriented, organized, cooperative, flexible, and able to follow instructions.
- Ability to effectively communicate with County staff and public in person and/or by phone.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Must possess attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to multitask and shift priorities and schedule as needed would be ideal.
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Required Education and Experience:
- Must be a U.S. citizen and registered to vote in Colorado by time of employment.
- Preference given to applicants registered with one of the two major Colorado parties due to the bipartisan job duties.
Licenses/Certificates
- Successfully sworn in as an agent of the Clerk & Recorder's Office to discharge the duties conveyed by CRS 42-1-210 within 30 days of employment.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license.
- Must successfully complete and maintain any required federal, state, or local criminal history background checks, clearances, or security screenings associated with the duties of the position.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- Must pass conditional post-offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, and physical examination.
Supplemental information
Duties are performed primarily in an office environment. Requires the ability to work various shifts and times; evening and weekend hours may be required. Must be able to safely lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds frequently and 75 pounds occasionally.
