Elections Warehouse Staff (Seasonal Elections Support Specialist)

The City of Minneapolis Elections & Voter Services is a division of the Office of the City Clerk whose purpose is to support access to local government. We administer local, state, and federal elections for Minneapolis voters.

We are hiring for an Elections Warehouse Staff Member (up to 1 position):

Elections Warehouse Staff will assist with various election activities: warehouse duties and facilitation, prepare election materials, and general warehouse & clerical duties as needed.

A temporary position from August 11, 2025, through November 21, 2025. Hours may fluctuate based on operational needs. May involve occasional evening and weekend hours, as needed.

Work Location:

• This position will work onsite at Minneapolis Elections and Voter Services: 980 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414

• Perform election functions in an assigned program area.
• Logistics & Warehouse: Prepare equipment and supplies for deployment to polling sites, test equipment to ensure accuracy, and complete inventory.
• Order supplies and keep inventory.
• Process a high volume of time sensitive election material.
• Perform data entry where details and accuracy are essential.
• Work cooperatively as a member of a diverse team.
• Follow statute, law, City code, policy, procedure, and guidelines.
• Inventory, prepare, and categorize election equipment and supplies.
• May be assigned to assist in other programs within elections or within the City Clerk's office as needed.

Working Conditions: Normal office setting with occasional field work; may involve assignments and travel to and from various Minneapolis sites, including outdoor and/or warehouse-related activities.

Minimum Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent.

Must meet Minnesota State Election Judge qualifications;

• Eligible to vote in MN;
• Must be at least 18 years of age;
• Able to read, write, and speak English;
• Cannot be a candidate, or the spouse, parent, stepparent, child, stepchild, sibling or stepsibling of a candidate on the ballot;
• Or domiciled, either permanently or temporarily, with any candidate on the ballot and;
• Cannot be a candidate in the election.

Minimum Experience:
One year of customer service and/or warehouse experience.

• Knowledge of the election process.
• Knowledge of accepted business English usage, punctuation, spelling and math.
• Knowledge of office practices, policies, and procedures as they relate to the assigned program.
• Proficiency on computers, to include word processing, spreadsheets, and database programs.
• Ability to make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations and established departmental policies and apply judgment in interpreting and applying procedures.
• Ability to handle customer concerns and complaints respectfully.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively by phone, in person, and in writing.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work tasks while experiencing multiple interruptions.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to remain politically neutral and provide an inclusive, positive voting experience to persons of diverse backgrounds.

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.