Senior Polling Positions

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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 State Elections next year:-

Presiding Officer
Presiding Officer manages the operations of a polling place and supervises all staff. This includes ensuring electoral procedures are adhered to.
After 6pm becomes the ARO (Assistant returning officer) Responsible for the conduct of the counts, including training of officers (first preference, 2CP & initial Legislative Council sort) and recording the results of the counts. Also responsible for management of campaign workers, scrutineers and formality of ballot papers -generally PO unless Early Polling Place.

Dates - 8 March 2025 (approx. 2 days work - weekend work only)
Training - paid in person training will be required for this role pre-election day
Level - 5

Assistant Presiding Officer
Assistant Presiding Officers are appointed to 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.
After 6 PM, they assist the Assistant Returning Officer in overseeing the counting and reconciliation operations in accordance with the relevant manuals and training received.

Dates - 8 March 2025 (approx. 2 days work - weekend work only)
Training - paid in person training will be required for this role pre-election day
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 - 8 March 2025 (approx. 2 days work - weekend work only)
Training - paid in person training will be required for this role pre-election day
Level - 1.3

Early Presiding Officer
Early Presiding Officers manages personnel, election resources, and the polling place. This includes ensuring that electoral procedures are followed and supervising staff at the polling location.

Dates - between 24th February and 7th March 2025 (approx.11 days work -weekday and possibly Saturday work)
Training - paid in person training will be required for this role pre-election day
Times - 7.00 am - 6.00 pm
Level - 5

Early Assistant Presiding Officer
Early Assistant Presiding Officers assist the Early Presiding Officer as required. They help manage personnel, election resources, and the polling place, including taking on the role of Substitute Early Presiding Officer when required.

Dates - between 24th February and 8th March 2025 (approx. 11 days work -weekday and possibly Saturday work)
Training - paid in person training will be required for this role pre-election day
Times - 7.00 am - 6.00 pm (24th February and 7th March 2025) and 7.00 am - 10.00 pm (8th March 2025)
Level - 3

Early Issuing Officer
The Early Issuing Officer issues ballot papers to electors (ordinary and declaration) both using the Elector Recording System (ERS) during the polling period. They also rotate as a ballot box guard and queue controller. On polling day become counting officers to reconcile and count ballot papers.

Dates - 24th February until 8th March 2025 (approx.11 days work - weekend & weekday work)
Training - paid in person training will be required for this role pre-election day
Times - 7.30 am - 6.00 pm (24th February - 7th March) and 7.00 am - 10.00 pm (8th March 2025)
Level - 1.3

Early Counting Officer
Reconcile and count of the ballot papers

Dates - 8th March 2025
Times - 5.00 pm - 5.30 am
Level - 1.1

Assistant Returning Officer
Assistant Returning Officers are responsible for the conduct of the counts, including training of officers (first preference, 2CP & initial Legislative Council sort) and recording the results of the counts. Also responsible for management of scrutineers and formality of ballot papers - generally Presiding Officer unless from an Early Polling Place. May also conduct fresh scrutiny.

Dates - 8th March 2025 (weekend work only)
Times - 5.00 pm - 5.30 am
Level - 5

Mobile Presiding Officer
The Mobile Presiding Officer manages the operation of mobile polling at aged care facilities, hospitals, locations for homeless individuals, airports and prisons. This includes ensuring that electoral procedures are followed and supervising staff.
Mobile Presiding Officers will work with at least one Mobile Officer and may visit several facilities on the same day.

Dates - between 23rd February and 8th March 2025 (3 to 4 days work - weekday and possibly Saturday)
Training - paid in person training will be required for this role pre-election day
Times - Various
Level - 5

Mobile Issuing Officer
The Mobile Issuing Officer issues ballot papers and assists the Mobile Presiding Officer as required.

Dates - 23rd February till 8th March 2025 (3 days work - weekday/weekends)
Training - paid in person training will be required for this role pre-election day
Times - Various
Level - 1.3

Remote Presiding Officer
The Remote Presiding Officer manages the operation of mobile polling at remote locations. This includes ensuring that electoral procedures are followed and supervising staff.
Remote polling is conducted in Aboriginal communities in the following districts: Kalgoorlie, Kimberley, Mid-West, and Pilbara. Remote Presiding Officers will work with at least one Remote Officer and may visit several facilities on the same day. Teams must visit the communities scheduled by the Returning Officer on the days and times specified on the Commission's website.

Dates - 22nd February untill 8th March 2025 (approx.10 days work - weekends/ weekdays)
Training - paid in person training will be required for this role pre-election day
Times - Various
Level - 5

Remote Issuing Officer
The Remote Issuing Officer issues ballot papers and assists the Remote Presiding Officer as needed.
Remote polling is conducted in communities in the following districts: Kalgoorlie, Kimberley, Mid-West, and Pilbara.

Dates - 22nd February until 8th March 2025 (approx. 10 days work - weekend/ weekdays)
Training - paid in person training will be required for this role pre-election day
Times - Various
Level - 1.3

Returning Officer Assistant
The Returning Officer Assistant (ROA) is appointed to assist the RO with higher-level duties. Responsibilities include the receipt and entry of results on polling night, assisting with mobile counts, and supporting the return of materials (RoM) from Presiding Officers. During the election cycle, an ROA may also help the RO with the close of nominations, the ballot paper draw, and preparing materials for distribution at training sessions (including ballot papers).

Dates - 6th February - 12th March 2025
Level - 1.3

Returning Officer General Assistant
The RO may appoint four Returning Officer General Assistants (ROGA) to assist with the receipt, sorting, and distribution of materials to Presiding Officers, as well as the reconciliation and packing of materials on election night and for three days after polling day

Dates - 6th February - 12th March 2025
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 may be contacted directly by the WA Electoral Commission (WAEC) in the first instance if you are shortlisted for this role. PERSOLKELLY will complete your onboarding if your application is ultimately successful. Please do not apply for this role if you do not agree to be contacted by the WAEC.

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