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PERSOLKELLY has recently been appointed as the sole recruitment partner for the Western Australian Electoral Commission and will be working to provide a 10,000 strong workforce, to deliver the next state election in 2025.
We are currently looking for the below roles to assist with the Elections next year:
Available Positions Presiding Officer
Presiding Officers are appointed by the Returning Officer (RO) to manage personnel, election resources, and the polling place. This includes ensuring that electoral procedures are followed and supervising staff at the polling location.
Dates: 8th March 2025 and In-person training (Date to be confirmed) (approx. 2 days work - weekend work only) Level: 5 Assistant Presiding Officer
Assistant Presiding Officers assist the Presiding Officer as needed. They help manage personnel, election resources, and the polling place, including taking on the role of Substitute Presiding Officer when required.
Dates: 8th March 2025 and In-person training (Date to be confirmed) (approx. 2 days work - weekend work only) Level: 3 Declaration Officer
The Declaration Officer issues declaration votes on polling day to electors who are not on that district's electoral roll.
Dates: 8th March 2025 and In-person training (Date to be confirmed) (approx. 2 days work - weekend work only) Level: 1.3 Early Presiding Officer
Early Presiding Officers manage personnel, election resources, and the polling place, including ensuring that electoral procedures are followed.
Dates: 24th February until 7th March 2025 (approx. 11 days work - weekend & weekday work) Level: 5 Early Assistant Presiding Officer
Early Assistant Presiding Officers assist the Early Presiding Officer as needed.
Dates: 24th February until 7th March 2025 (approx. 11 days work - weekend & weekday work) Level: 3 Early Issuing / Counting Officer
The Early Issuing Officer issues ballot papers to electors using the Elector Recording System (ERS) during the polling period.
Dates: 24th February until 8th March 2025 (approx. 11 days work - weekend & weekday work) Times: 7.30 am - 6.00 pm (24th February - 7th March) and 5.00 pm - 12.00 am (8th March 2025) Level: 1.3 Assistant Returning Officer
Assistant Returning Officers are appointed by the Returning Officer to open ballot boxes, count votes, and tally results.
Times: 5.00 pm - 12.00 am Level: 5 Mobile Presiding Officer
The Mobile Presiding Officer manages the operation of mobile polling at various locations.
Dates: Between 23rd February and 8th March 2025 (3 days work - weekends/weekday) Level: 5 Mobile Issuing Officer
The Mobile Issuing Officer issues ballot papers and assists the Mobile Presiding Officer.
Dates: 23rd February till 8th March 2025 (3 days work - weekends/weekday) Level: 1.3 Remote Presiding Officer
The Remote Presiding Officer manages the operation of mobile polling at remote locations.
Dates: 22nd February until 8th March 2025 (approx. 10 days work - weekends/ weekdays) Level: 5 Remote Issuing Officer
The Remote Issuing Officer issues ballot papers and assists the Remote Presiding Officer.
Dates: 22nd February till 8th March 2025 (approx. 10 days work - weekend/ weekdays) Level: 1.3 Returning Officer Assistant
The Returning Officer Assistant (ROA) assists the RO with higher-level duties.
Dates: March 2025 (approx. 4 days work - may require weekend and weekday work) Level: 1.3 Returning Officer General Assistant
The RO may appoint four Returning Officer General Assistants (ROGA) to assist with various duties.
Dates: Between 22nd February and 11th March 2025 (approx. 4 days work - weekends and weekday) Level: 1.1 **PLEASE NOTE - for specific information about pay please visit our website and refer to the appropriate level of the role you are applying for**
If you're excited about playing a vital role in the electoral process, apply now!
We look forward to welcoming you to join us in making a difference in our community!
Please note that you will be contacted directly by the WA Electoral Commission (WAEC) if you are shortlisted for this role.
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