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Polling Assistant

Polling Assistant | $49.98 per hour | government organisation

Your new company

The purpose of this role is to assist with voter registration, issue ballot papers, and assist with scrutinies (unfolding, sorting and counting votes) on voting day.
Polling Assistants are one of the first points of contact for voters at a polling place and they also monitor ballot boxes and manage queues.

Your new role

  • Assist with management of voting queue and voter queries, and direct voters to relevant voting points.

  • Issue votes

  • Issue, manage and secure ballot papers in accordance with policy, procedure, and ballot paper principles.

  • Account for ballot papers received and complete compliance documentation.

  • Provide an accessible and culturally informed source of information and instructions for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander voters where required

What you'll need to succeed

Due to the nature of these roles, to be eligible for these positions’ applicants must:

  • Be an Australian Citizen
  • Be able to obtain and maintain a Police Check
  • Be able to sign a Political Neutrality Statement
  • Be available to work from 9am-5pm on 25th May 2024
  • Previous polling assistant experience is desired but not necessary
  • Customer service experience and ability to deal with face to face enquiries
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What you'll get in return

  • $49.98 per hour + super

  • Free lunch provided on the day

    What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
NSW - South/South Western Sydney
Specialism
Contact Centres
Ref:
2862832

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Francesca Panzavecchia, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sydney
Level 13, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square

Telephone: 02 8226 9726