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Job Description
Napa County as an Employer
As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to imp roving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community's values: Respect, Accountability, Dedication, Integrity and Innovation. Learn more HERE.
The Position
The Napa County Election Division is accepting applications for the positions of Vote Center Lead and Vote Center Clerk. Multiple positions are available for the May 4, 2026 to June 2, 2026 election season. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may potentially be used for the October 5, 2026 - November 3, 2026 election season.
- Each Vote Center will require at least one bilingual staff member fluent in Spanish.
- American Canyon Vote Centers will require at least one (1) bilingual staff member fluent in Tagalog and one (1) bilingual staff member fluent in Hindi.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible due to the time-sensitive nature of the Election Season . The job posting will close on Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:00 pm PST. Please apply directly online by clicking the "apply" button at the top of this announcement.
APPLICATION PROCESS:- Online applications will be screened for completion by Human Resources on a continuous basis until all Extra Help vacancies for the Vote Centers are filled/or the scheduled job posting closes on Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:00 pm PST, whichever comes first.
- Successfully completed applications and will be sent to the hiring department for further consideration, which may include a department interview. A bilingual test may be administered to determine proficiency in order to meet community needs.
PAY & BENEFITS:
Please note that the rate of pay for these positions are fixed and is not negotiable per the SEIU MOU.- 3.5% COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2026.
- View the Extra Help Benefits Summary HERE!
- $23.64 per hour for new and/or monolingual hires (Step 1).
- $25.49 per hour for returning Vote Center employees and/or Bilingual hires (Step 3).
- $21.42 per hour for new and/or monolingual hires (Step 1).
- $23.24 per hour for returning Vote Center employees and/or Bilingual hires (Step 3).
The County of Napa has nine (9) Vote Centers: Angwin, Calistoga, St. Helena, Napa (2) and American Canyon (2). The Vote Center staff work approximately 50-60 hours total each election and may be assigned to various vote centers at different times during each election cycle to ensure coverage. Training will be conducted selected weekdays with extended hours on certain weekends and Election Day. Additionally,- Each vote Center is staffed with at least two (2) Vote Center Leads & at least four (4) Vote Center Clerks.
- Each Vote Center will require at least one bilingual staff member fluent in Spanish.
- American Canyon Vote Centers will require at least one (1) bilingual staff member fluent in Tagalog and one (1) bilingual staff member fluent in Hindi.
- Two (2) Vote Centers will be open ten (10) days prior to Election Day.
- All Vote Centers will be open three (3) days prior to Election Day.
- Provide lead for other clerical staff, which may include assigning, scheduling, and prioritizing work, providing training to less experience staff, and verifying the work of assigned employees for accuracy
- Perform the more complex and specialized administrative and clerical duties within assigned functional area; compile data, summarize and maintain a variety of reports
- May deliver election materials to Election Division of Election Day
- Serve as a resource to the general public, provide answers and information regarding processes and procedures for assigned area
- Provide and maintenance quality customer service relationships with coworkers, other County employees, and the general public.
VOTE CENTER CLERK: prepares duties involving preparation of materials for elections. Duties are performed under close supervision. Example of duties may include:- Issue Vote by Mail Ballots and Conditional Voter Ballots to the public at various Vote Center locations
- Process affidavits of registration, Vote by Mail applications and confidential voter applications in the computer system
- Prepare voted ballots at the end of the day and completed affidavits of registration to be turned to the Elections Office
- Prepare supplies for storage following an election, including the breakdown of computer equipment.
- May deliver election materials to Election Division on Election Day
- Answer questions and provide general information to the public by telephone and in person.
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is considered qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:- Experience: Some work or voluntary experience including public contact which provides for the required competency in the requisite knowledge and abilities.
- Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
- License or Certificate: Certain positions assigned to this class may require possession of a valid California Driver's license.
Example of Duties
Review the full job description including the examples of duties, by clicking the links below.- Vote Center Lead
- Vote Center Clerk
Disaster Service Workers:
Napa County employees automatically become Disaster Service Workers. This means that when Napa County experiences emergencies (earthquakes, wildfire, power outage, flood, etc.) you may be asked to pivot from your regular duties to provide critical services to those affected by the emergency (Cal. Gov. Code § 3102.)
ADA Accommodation
Applicants requiring accommodation during the application and/or selection process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Act should contact County of Napa Human Resources at (707) 253-4303.
Napa County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Extra Help positions are temporary, non-benefited positions and do not receive step increases.
Closing Date/Time: 4/20/2026 5:00 PM Pacific -
Special Instructions
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Napa County
Show moreThe Napa Valley - Internationally known for its fine wines, exciting restaurants and world-class resorts, is home to 130,000 residents who share a strong sense of community and a legacy of preserving and protecting our rich agricultural heritage.
Located in the heart of California’s preeminent wine region, the Napa Valley is also part of the dynamic San Francisco Bay Metropolitan Area. With its sunny Mediterranean climate and proximity to the mountains and ocean, the Valley offers residents easy access to virtually unlimited shopping, dining, cultural and recreational opportunities.
The Napa Valley’s strategic location, natural and cultural resources, history of responsible land use planning and attractive quality of life provide the ideal mix of small town living and big city amenities.
The County of Napa is a highly respected employer within the local community as well as throughout the region. We offer rewarding and challenging work, flexible hours, competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and tremendous opportunities for career growth. At the County of Napa we truly value our employees and are committed to diversity in our family-oriented environment. This is why we are the Employer of Choice for more than 1,300 employees.
As an organization, the County is dedicated to improving the lives of our citizens and reflecting the best of the community’s values: integrity, accountability, and service.
Please visit our career page for current opportunities: www.napacountycareers.com
A general law county, Napa County is governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors elected by district for four year terms. The Board of Supervisors appoints a County Executive Officer who is responsible for providing overall management for the County’s operations, including day-to-day supervision of the County’s appointed department heads.Napa County has a budget of over $454 million and has enjoyed relative financial stability in recent years compared to many agencies. More than 1,300 county employees provide services to the public through 17 departments—5 managed by elected officials and the remainder managed by a department head appointed by the Board of Supervisors based on the recommendation of the County Executive Officer. County services include land use permitting, road maintenance, social services, public safety, elections, public health, behavioral health, environmental management, airport operations, library services, emergency operations and dozens of other pro-grams that benefit County residents. As an organization, Napa County is dedicated to improving the lives of its residents and reflecting the best of the community’s values: integrity, accountability and service.
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