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Election Clerk Page 1 I 1 Jurisdiction: Cortland County Jurisdictional Class: Unclassified Adopted: 10/20/05 Amended: 11/02/22; 2/23/26 ELECTION CLERK DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves responsibility for performing standardized tasks to ensure clerical coverage in the Office of the Board of Elections. The incumbent answers the telephone, receives documents, gives out routine information, and assists with voting machine related activities. The work is performed under the general supervision of an Election Commissioner. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only) Answers the telephone and gives out routine information related to office operations and the election process; Greets the public and provides information or directions as required; Receives messages and documents for the Election Commissioners; Files information as required; Assists with filling the supply bags to be used on election days. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Working knowledge of modern office terminology, procedures, equipment and business English; Working knowledge of the election process including State, Federal and local election laws, rules and regulations; Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; Ability to orally communicate effectively; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. SUGGESTED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: None