Logic and Accuracy Testing and Proofing Coordinator – San Francisco Department of Elections

3 weeks ago


San Francisco, United States City and County of San Francisco Full time

Company Description

Department Background

The Department of Elections (Department) conducts all federal, state and local elections in the City and County of San Francisco, currently serving approximately 510,000 registered voters. The Department follows the rules and regulations established by federal, state, and local laws – notably, the Voting Rights Act, the Help America Vote Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the City’s Language Access Ordinance. Additionally, the Department operates in an open and transparent manner to inspire the City’s confidence in the integrity of elections processes.

The Department strives to cultivate a workplace environment in which employees of all racial and ethnic backgrounds feel respected, valued, and supported in providing the fairest and most effective services possible to San Francisco residents. The Department is committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace and to providing the training and resources necessary for all employees to succeed in delivering equitable services to city residents.

The Department is committed to reaching job seekers from underrepresented communities. Applicants with such backgrounds are therefore strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Description

Position Description

In preparation for the November 5, 2024, General Election, the Department is seeking applications for seasonal positions of 1403 Elections Clerk, specifically for Logic and Accuracy Testing and Proofing Coordinators. These coordinators will assist the Polling Place Operations Division with various election tasks, including testing, proofing, validating, monitoring and tracking of reports generated by voting equipment. This position involves working primarily at the Department’s warehouse located at Pier 31.

In addition to the range of duties assigned to the 1403 job code, , the person will also support the Polling Place Operations Manager by overseeing and assisting clerks and junior clerks in their duties. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Staging and testing voting equipment, including lifting equipment up to 50 lbs. Operating equipment and conducting tests and maintenance procedures. Working with voting equipment vendors. Inputting data into computer databases. Proofreading reports, ensuring 100% accuracy. Managing reports and documents. Performing equipment management tasks, including labeling and tagging. Validating, monitoring, and tracking reports. Providing general administrative and clerical assistance. Assisting with inventory, assembly, and supplies. Assisting with tasks at City Hall, vehicle staging sites, and other locations.

Position Schedule, Requirements, and Work Location

This is a seasonal position, with the start date contingent upon the completion of the hiring process. The Department aims to fill this position by September 16, 2024. The position will end approximately in the second week of November, with the exact end date to be determined based on the operational needs of the Department.

Work hours will vary according to the demands of the election cycle, ranging between 20 and 60 hours per week. While most work is expected to be completed during regular business hours (8 to 5 Monday through Friday), adjustments may be necessary to meet operational requirements. Employees must be available to work overtime during the week and on weekends as needed. Overtime will be paid at a rate of times the hourly rate.

Work is generally performed in the warehouse, which has limited temperature control, but may also require offsite duties. Workers may be exposed to varying temperatures, loud noises, dust, fumes, and/or odors.

This is a temporary exempt as-needed position. Temporary exempt as-needed employees who have worked more than 1040 hours in any consecutive 12-month period, and whose normal work week at the time of inclusion in the system is not less than 20 hours are eligible for health coverage and retirement benefits. For more information on the City and County of San Francisco benefit policies, refer to the Employee Handbook available at

Position Salary: to Hourly

$69,186 to $84,084 annually

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

The person in this position must have two (2) years (equivalent of 4000 hours) of verifiable clerical experience including preparing and maintaining a variety of records and documents, public contact and gathering information.

Substitution: Completion of a clerical training program (240 hours) or the equivalent of 15 units of coursework from an accredited college or university may substitute for up to 6 months of clerical experience.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience with voting equipment and system report proofreading Skilled in inventory tracking and scanning systems Proficient in data entry

Application deadline for this position is 5:00 September 3, 2024.



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