SEASONAL ELECTION WORKER LEAD

THIS POSITION IS EXEMPT FROM CIVIL SERVICE

Appointment and continued employment are at the pleasure of the Executive Director of the Election Commission.

All seasonal staff working for the City of Milwaukee Election Commission (MEC) must be qualified electors of Milwaukee County and are expected to take an oath.

MEC workers work long hours and weekends during busy periods in high-stress environments; however, it can be one of the most rewarding jobs, offering a welcoming community, a great job experience and a real, tangible role in protecting our democracy.

The Seasonal Election Worker Lead typically works 10-40 hours per week during an election cycle.

Employment begins as early as six weeks prior to an election and continues up to three weeks after the election.

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.  

The Seasonal Election Worker Lead in the Election Commission’s training division provides administrative, customer service, and training support to the Training Manager and training staff by coordinating election training sessions and performing receptionist duties.

Administrative

• Provide clerical support, including receptionist duties, typing documents, inputting data and maintaining records for the training division.
• Prepare and process correspondence, reports, training schedules and materials, using Microsoft Word and other automated systems.
• Proofread written materials to ensure accuracy and correct grammar, punctuation, vocabulary and spelling.
• Follow written procedures exactly as prescribed.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers by phone and in person, including responding to inquiries and explaining departmental policies and procedures.
• Operate a variety of standard office equipment, including copiers and printers.

Training and Lead Worker

• Support training staff during all phases of poll worker training sessions in-class and/or virtually.
• Coordinate with training staff to ensure training classes are scheduled and posted.
• Follow up with poll workers to ensure time sheets are completed and attendance is accurate.
• Handle various voter inquiries, professionally representing the Election Commission to members of the public.
• Communicate with and provide feedback to the training manager on any emerging issues regarding any seasonal workers or interactions with the public.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

• Must work overtime and weekends as needed. Some overtime will be mandatory to meet the Election's needs. (Election Day lasts from 5:30 a.m. until approximately 11:00 p.m.)

1. One year of office or administrative support experience coordinating and working on a variety of complex clerical assignments related to the essential functions.
2. Must be a resident of Milwaukee County at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
3. Must be a qualified elector of the State of Wisconsin meeting the following criteria:
   1. At least 18 years of age at the time of application close.
   2. Have resided in Wisconsin for at least 28 consecutive days.
   3. Not otherwise disqualified from voting (Please review Wis. Stat. § 6.03 for disqualifications from voting).
4. Ability to travel independently throughout Milwaukee, either by transit, bicycle, or automobile.
5. Successful completion of Wisconsin Elections Commission required election training, including WisVote certification, within three months of appointment and throughout employment.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

• Experience working in Elections.
• Familiarity with election equipment, materials and procedures.
• Experience in teaching/training and/or educational administrative support.

Technical

• Knowledge of office procedures, systems, terminology, and equipment.
• Ability to read and understand work-related documents, such as policies and procedures.
• Ability to learn election laws, rules, policies and procedures (e.g., Wisconsin State Statutes, Milwaukee Election Commission).
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of standard software applications to create documents, use spreadsheets and generate reports.
• Ability to learn specialized computer applications to query databases and perform other job-related transactions.

Communication, Interpersonal, and Customer Service

• Verbal communication skills to convey information clearly and effectively to voters and Election Commission staff.
• Written communication skills to prepare correct correspondence and documents.
• Knowledge of English writing mechanics and the ability to proofread documents and reports.
• Customer service skills, empathy, tact and to serve the public and represent the department positively.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and interact with the public courteously.
• Ability to work cooperatively, effectively, and fairly with coworkers and residents whose background may differ from one’s own.

Judgment and Professionalism

• Ability to handle sensitive information carefully.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to show initiative and continually improve processes.
• Ability to be a responsible steward of the City of Milwaukee resources.
• Honesty, integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to exercise good situational awareness and judgment.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment, deal with frequent changes or unexpected events.

The current starting hourly rate (Pay Range 9KN) is $21.59, and the resident incentive starting hourly rate for City of Milwaukee residents is $22.45.

Temporary appointees are not eligible for benefits.

• Applicants must complete the job application which is linked here: Seasonal Election Worker Lead- Training Division
• Questions relative to the selection process may be directed to the Milwaukee Election Commission (MEC) at sbeaur@milwaukee.gov.
• The City of Milwaukee reserves the right to invite only the most qualified applicants to participate in the selection process.

INITIAL FILING DATE:

• The selection process will be conducted as soon as practical after May 26, 2026.
• Receipt of application materials may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the City's needs have been met. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.