Ballot by Mail Clerk – Temporary Assignment

Election Support, Data Entry & Administrative Operations

Openwork is hiring dependable and detail-oriented Ballot by Mail Clerks to support election operations in Houston, TX 77032.

This temporary position focuses on processing mail-in ballots, entering and verifying data, preparing election materials, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualified candidates should have strong attention to detail, basic computer skills, good communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Candidates must also meet all eligibility requirements to register to vote in Texas.

Position Details

• Location: Houston, TX 77032

• Pay: $17/hr

• Schedule: Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

• Employment: Full-Time | Temporary Assignment

• Assignment End Date: November 13, 2026

• Overtime: Extended hours and weekends as required during election periods

• Work Setting: Office and warehouse environments

Key Responsibilities

• Process and prepare Ballot by Mail (BBM) materials

• Enter and update information in election databases

• Scan, image, and organize election documents

• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and administrative records

• Assist with filing and storing election documents

• Review forms and records for accuracy and completeness

• Support compliance with Texas Election Code requirements

• Assist with election supply distribution and returns

• Process election-related correspondence and applications

• Support mail processing, data entry, and other BBM operations

• Assist other election teams as needed

• Follow established election procedures and confidentiality guidelines

Qualifications

• Must meet all eligibility requirements to register to vote in Texas

• High school diploma or GED required

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Basic computer, data entry, and document processing skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Strong customer service and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Ability to learn new procedures and computer systems

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to manage changing priorities and deadlines

• Flexible and willing to assist with different assignments

• Availability for overtime and weekends as required

• Some college education preferred

• Previous election or ballot processing experience preferred

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Professional office and warehouse environments

• Regular computer work, data entry, and document handling

• Filing, scanning, sorting, and organizing election materials

• Occasional lifting and carrying of 10–30 lbs.

• May require extended periods of standing

• Ability to work efficiently during busy election periods

• Follow workplace safety and election procedures

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• $17 per hour

• Full-time, temporary assignment

• Consistent Monday–Friday schedule, with overtime as required

• Opportunity to support Harris County election operations

• Gain experience in administrative support and election processing

• Training provided for assigned Ballot by Mail duties

Apply Today

If you have strong attention to detail, basic computer skills, and administrative or data entry experience, we encourage you to apply.

Apply for the Ballot by Mail Clerk position in Houston, TX 77032, or visit Openwork to explore additional opportunities.

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