Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) Specialist

Posting Date
11/12/26
Application Deadline
11/19/26
Pay Range
$20.25 - $32.50 hourly
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
Job Type
Unclassified
Department
Recorder
About the Position
The Uniformed and Overseas Citizen Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) Specialist works closely with the UOCAVA Supervisor to provide support to the UOCAVA Division during elections. This position distributes and processes electronic ballots for Military and overseas Voters. Additionally, the UOCAVA Specialist assists with training, supports temporary workers in the UOCAVA division, and provides administrative support to the department.
Outside of an election cycle, the UOCAVA Specialist will assist with Voter Registration form data entry, voter record modifications, Voter Registration database auditing and maintenance, including address verification mailings, push & pull of outside agency data, data maintenance, as well as assisting with reviewing and reconciling other Voter Databases (e.g., UOCAVA, Alternate Format tables, AEVL, etc.).
About Us
The Maricopa County Recorder’s Office (MCRO) is responsible for maintaining the Maricopa County voter registration records and for administering over elections in partnership with the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. The MCRO also maintains the permanent public record of over 50 million documents dating back to 1871, including deeds, plat maps, and a variety of other important documents. Our office serves over 2.5 million registered voters as well as 4.4 million residents across Maricopa County. The MCRO offers a friendly, welcoming, and collaborative environment with opportunities to grow and develop new skills.
Proud To Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Two (2) years’ experience performing office, administrative, and clerical duties
High school diploma or GED
Other Requirements
Must be registered, or eligible to register, to vote in Arizona
Must successfully complete the next Secretary of State Election Officer Certification
Must be able to pass applicable background screening
We Also Value
One (1) year of experience in a supervisory or leadership role
One (1) year of experience in performing administrative duties in an Election office environment
Critical thinking skills
Experience with Lean/Six Sigma principles
Job Contributions
Performs office support duties for Federal Post Card Applications (FPCA) entries and other support duties for the UOCAVA process and division
Performs timely data entry/research of received FPCA forms to ensure adherence with federal and state statutory requirements (24-hour turnaround)
Scans FPCA forms that serve as alternate Voter Registration forms
Flags Military and Overseas Citizens ballots for production
Supports the distribution of UOCAVA ballots (by mail, fax, or sent electronically)
Assists with responding to incoming inquiries from UOCAVA voters regarding process and submission requirements and preparing returned UOCAVA ballots for disposition and duplication
Assists with signature verification of returned voter Early Voting packets and entry and maintenance of the Active Early Voting List of voters
Assists with flagging of Early Voting Ballot requests
Off-cycle, the UOCAVA Specialist will assist with Voter Registration form data entry, voter record modifications, Voter Registration database auditing and maintenance, including address-verification mailings, push & pull of outside-agency data, data maintenance, etc.
Off-cycle, assists with reviewing and reconciling other Voter Databases (e.g., UOCAVA, Alternate Format tables, AEVL, etc.)
Assists other divisions of the Elections Department in performing their functions with regard to the conduct of elections
Working Conditions
This position requires extensive mandatory overtime during the Primary/General Election cycles, and as needed. This position requires frequent lifting up to 20 lbs and carrying/pulling/pushing this amount of weight for a minimum distance of 20 feet. Evenings and some weekend work will also be required.
Selection Procedure
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [email protected] to initiate the interactive process.
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Skills
Auditing, Data Entry