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Job Title


ELECTIONS CLERK I / II


Company : Yuba County, CA


Location : Marysville, CA


Created : 2026-04-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Salary : $44,952.00 - $54,636.00 AnnuallyLocation : Elections, CAJob Type: Permanent - Full TimeJob Number: 25-2600248Department: Clerk/RecorderDivision: ElectionsOpening Date: 04/01/2026Closing Date: 4/15/2026 5:00 PM PacificBargaining Unit: YCEA - 1 Job SummaryThe ideal candidate:Strong attention to detail in processing voter registrations, reviewing filings, and proofreading election materialsAbility to maintain accurate records and manage voter registration databasesExcellent organizational skills to coordinate poll workers, polling locations, and election activitiesTechnical aptitude to prepare, track, and test electronic voting equipmentEffective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with staff and the publicAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environmentHiring Ranges:Level I: $3,746 - $4,121/MonthlyLevel II: $4,139 - $4,553/Monthly Examples of Duties Click HERE for the Class Specification. QualificationsThe minimum and preferred requirements are listed below.While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.Elections Clerk I:MINIMUM: Equivalent to graduation from high school and one (1) year of responsible office support which has involved researching and/or processing documents in accordance with laws, codes, and/or other regulations.PREFERRED: In addition to the I-level minimum, 30 semester or 45 quarter units with major coursework in business administration, geography, history, political science, public administration or a related field and one additional year of specialized experience in election programs such as voter registration, candidate filing or absentee voting. Elections Clerk II:MINIMUM: Equivalent to graduation from high school and two (2) years of responsible office support which has involved researching and/or processing documents in accordance with laws, codes, and/or other regulations OR one (1) year of experience equivalent to the County's class of Elections Clerk I. PREFERRED: In addition to the II-level minimum, 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college with major coursework in business administration, geography, history, political science, public administration or a related field and two additional years of specialized experience in election programs such as voter registration, candidate filing or absentee voting. Licenses and Certification:The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain throughout employment. Typing Certificate: Min: Net 40 wpm. Typing Certificate must indicate result from a five (5) minute test of at least the minimum net wpm required.Special Requirements:Significant evening and weekend work required during each election cycle - often with little or no advance notice. Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which includes Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire.DMV printout prior to hire. Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.This position is represented by the Yuba County Employees' Association (YCEA). For a comprehensive listing of benefits associated with this position please click 01 Click to review Frequently Asked Questions about the Recruitment Process.RECRUITMENT SELECTION PROCESSES:The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:• Supplemental Questionnaire• Phone Screening• One-Way Video Interview• Performance Exam• In-Box Exercise• Qualifications Appraisal Panel• Written Exam • Speed Interview• Appraisal Panel• Personal History Statement (Pre-Review)• Department Interviews I acknowledge that I have read and understand the applicant recruitment details, including the steps of the recruitment and selection process for this competitive recruitment. I acknowledge that I have read the applicant document requirements for this recruitment but do not fully understand them. I understand that it is my responsibility to contact the Yuba County Human Resources Department to have my questions answered, and that by selecting this option, there is a possibility of my application being removed from further processing. 02 APPLICANTS MUST ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS WITH THEIR APPLICATION BY THE FINAL FILING DEADLINE: • COMPLETED YUBA COUNTY EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION• ANY DIPLOMAS AND UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS• COPIES OF RELATED CERTIFICATIONS WHILE YOU MAY INCLUDE SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS SUCH AS A RESUME, CV, CERTIFICATIONS, OR LICENSES RELEVANT TO THE POSITION, PORTFOLIO, REFERENCES, TRAINING DOCUMENTS, OR COVER LETTER, THESE DOCUMENTS DO NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR COMPLETING THE COUNTY'S OFFICIAL APPLICATION. PROOF OF EDUCATION MUST BE INCLUDED WITH/ON YOUR APPLICATION I acknowledge that I have read and understand the applicant document requirements for this recruitment. I understand that all required documents must be attached to my application by the filing deadline and that supplemental materials do not replace the requirement to complete the County's official application in full, including listing relevant experience and providing proof of education. I acknowledge that I have read the applicant document requirements for this recruitment but do not fully understand them. I understand that it is my responsibility to contact the Yuba County Human Resources Department to have my questions answered, and that by selecting this option, there is a possibility of my application being removed from further processing. Required Question