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CLERK III - ELECTIONS

Company: Kent County, MI
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: October 30, 2024

Job Description:

Salary: $22.18 Hourly

Location : County Administration Building 300 Monroe Avenue NW Grand Rapids

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 2410-262-750

Department: Elections

Opening Date: 10/18/2024

Closing Date: 11/1/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Responsibilities

The successful candidate will perform a variety of clerical support functions for the Elections Department. Work processes require extensive procedural and substantive knowledge of internal and external rules, regulations, requirements and protocols related to the work of the department. Among other duties as assigned, the Clerk III will:

  • Maintain various databases organizing candidates and other election details.
  • Test various election equipment and ballots.
  • Manage the Qualified Voter File.
  • Assist with election audits and canvass.
  • Assist local clerks, candidates, and general public with questions regarding elections and campaign finance.
  • Enter accounts payable.
  • Review Campaign Finance filings and process fees.
  • Stay current on election laws and processes.
  • Maintain State accreditation.
  • Order supplies.
  • Must be proficient using basic office equipment including a personal computer, phone, and printer.
    Minimum Qualifications

    High school graduate or equivalent combined with a minimum of two years of relevant work experience of a progressively responsible nature. Prefer individuals with 2-3 years election experience.

    Excellent customer service skills and the ability to interact with diverse populations are required. Strong organizational skills, accuracy and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment are essential. Individual must have good oral and written communication skills, sound judgment and be able to work independently. Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Applications.

    ***Please note, this position is a part of our HireReach process. You will receive an email from Jofi Assessments after applying. You will not need to re-take the Jofi if you have already completed it with us.
    Additional Information

    *Notices will come via email so please be sure to monitor the email address indicated on your application*

    Don't take our word for it that Kent County is a great place to work and thrive. Watch this video on why our staff have made us their employer of choice.

    Kent County Human Resources
    Benefit Summary
    UAW - General
    Full-Time
    Effective January 1, 2024

    Medical and Prescription Plans/Health Care Premium
    Health Care Providers - BCBS Wellness PPO, Blue Care Network HMO or BCMS Wellness High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA)
    Prescription Provider - Capital Rx
    PPO or HMO: 20% of total healthcare premium per month - pretax
    HDHP w/ HSA: 15% of total healthcare premium per month - pretax
    HSA - One-time new enrollment County contribution of $1,000 single or $2,000 family,
    max HSA contribution $4,150 single / $8,300 family

    Eligible for wellness incentives by completing program requirements through Virgin Pulse.
    Medical benefits effective first day of the month after hire.
    BENEFIT ELECTION FORM MUST BE RETURNED TO
    HUMAN RESOURCES WITHIN 4 DAYS OF HIRE.

    Dental Plan - Varipro
    Class I - 100% of incurred charges (2 cleanings and 1 x-ray per person, per year)
    All other Services - 50% of reasonable costs (including Orthodontics)
    Up to $2,500 annually per family

    Vision Plan - VSP
    No charge for WellVision Exam; $20 materials co-pay or up to $60 co-pay for contact fitting with participating doctors

    Life Insurance
    $50,000 County paid Term Life Insurance

    Supplemental Life Insurance/Dependent Life Insurance
    Self-pay in increments of $5,000; Minimum-$15,000/Maximum-$450,000
    Spouse term life = $25,000, Child term life = $10,000

    Flexible Spending - Varipro
    Pre-tax contributions for Health and Dependent Care - not eligible for Health Flexible Spending if you are in the HDHP plan

    Vacation Leave
    6 hours 40 minutes each month - after initial month of hire (0-3 years)
    See union contract for further details

    Sickness & Accident Plan
    1st day of injury or hospitalization or 8th day of illness
    67% of gross wages; 26 week benefit
    Eligible 1st of the month following date of hire

    Long-Term Disability
    60% of wages up to age 65; waiting period 180 days

    Holidays
    11 Scheduled Holidays
    (8 Hours pay at regular straight time rate)

    Paid Time Off
    Pro-rated amount of 80 hours based on number remaining months in the year at time of hire.
    80 hours on the payroll at start of the year.
    May accumulate up to 120 hours
    Unused paid time off in excess of 120 hours will be added to the employee's reserve sick leave bank up to 182 hours. Hours in excess of 182 will be placed in employee's retirement bonus bank.

    Paid Parental Leave
    80 hours of paid time off for birth of a child or temporary placement of the child for adoption. Eligible the 1st of the month following date of hire, runs concurrently with FMLA

    Probation Period
    First 6 months of employment

    Shift Differential
    $1.00 per hour for regularly scheduled shifts beginning at 2:00 PM or later

    Weekend Differential
    $1.00 per hour for regularly scheduled shifts beginning at 11:00 PM Friday and ending at 7:00 AM Monday

    Overtime
    1 1/2 times regular straight-time rate for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week

    Merit Increases
    See contract for merit levels

    Tuition Reimbursement
    $365 per credit hour; maximum of 9 credit hours per year (see policy for eligibility)

    Mileage
    Published IRS Rate

    Deferred Compensation
    Enrollment first of each month with a minimum investment of $25 per pay period

    Retirement/Defined Pension
    Mandatory participation in a Contributory Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
    Employee contribution is 9.21% of pre-tax earnings

    Retirement Bonus Bank
    Employees who retire under the Kent County Retirement Plan (other than a deferred retirement) will receive pension service credit for all hours in their Retirement Bonus Bank at the time of retirement.

    Supplement to Medical Benefits Premium
    Based on years of service, employees may be eligible for a medical benefits premium supplement.

    Kent County Human Resources
    Benefit Summary
    UAW - General
    Part-Time
    Effective January 1, 2024

    Medical and Prescription Plans/Health Care Premium
    Eligible to purchase at a group rate, less $35.00 per pay period contribution paid by the County. Eligible for wellness incentives by completing program requirements through Virgin Pulse.

    Dental Plan
    Not eligible

    Vision Plan
    Not eligible

    Life Insurance
    Not eligible

    Supplemental Life Insurance
    Not eligible

    Flexible Spending - Varipro
    Pre-tax contributions for Health and Dependent Care

    Vacation Leave
    4 hours 50 minutes each month - after initial month of hire (0-3 years)
    See union contract for further details

    Sickness & Accident Plan
    1st day of accident or 8th day of illness
    67% of gross wages; 26 week benefit
    Eligible 1st of the month following date of hire

    Long Term Disability
    60% of wages; waiting period 180 days

    Holidays
    4 Hours pay at regular straight time rate for each recognized holiday

    Paid Time Off
    Pro-rated amount of 40 hours based on number remaining months in the year at time of hire.
    40 hours on the payroll at start of the year.
    May accumulate up to 120 hours
    Unused paid time off in excess of 120 hours will be added to the employee's retirement bonus bank.

    Probation Period
    First 9 months of employment

    Shift Differential
    $1.00 per hour for regularly scheduled shifts beginning at 2:00 PM or later

    Weekend Differential
    $1.00 per hour for regularly scheduled shifts beginning at 11:00 PM Friday and ending at 7:00 AM Monday

    Overtime
    1 1/2 times regular straight-time rate for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week

    Merit Increases
    See contract for merit levels

    Tuition Reimbursement
    Not eligible

    Mileage
    Published IRS Rate

    Deferred Compensation
    Enrollment first of each month with a minimum investment of $25 per pay period

    Retirement/Defined Pension
    Mandatory participation in a Contributory Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
    Employee contribution is 9.21% of pre-tax earnings

    Retirement Bonus Bank
    Employees who retire under the Kent County Retirement Plan (other than a deferred retirement) will receive pension service credit for all hours in their Retirement Bonus Bank at the time of retirement

    Supplement to Medical Benefits Premium
    Based on years of service, employees may be eligible for a medical benefits premium supplement.

    *The above is a summary of benefits. For specific benefits information consult the collective bargaining agreement and the summary plan descriptions.

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