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7 people are interested
U.S. and Overseas Voter Help Desk Team Member
ORGANIZATION: US VOTE FOUNDATION INC
Please visit the new page to apply.
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7 people are interested
Are you looking to lend a hand in helping to keep democracy alive in 2022 and beyond?
U.S. Vote Foundation (US Vote), together with our Overseas Vote initiative, is currently seeking volunteer Agents for our new and improved Voter Help Desk. In this role, the successful candidate will field both Domestic and Overseas Voters’ questions about their voting status and provide answers quickly and accurately.
The ideal candidate will have these qualities
- Strong communication, both written and verbal
- Great active listening skills
- Exceptional interpersonal and rapport building skills
- A patient and empathetic attitude
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Comfortable working in fast-paced environments
- Computer literacy
- In-depth knowledge of Federal, State, and Local Election laws
- Expertise in customer service
- Bilingual a plus
If this sounds like you, and you have a passion for assisting Voters, you are encouraged to apply.
Hours and shifts can vary per volunteer team member to accommodate individual time zones and locations. Shifts listed are approximate only and flexible.
US Vote is pleased to serve the citizens of the United States with best-in-class voter services and election data. We are committed to our unified Vision and Mission: Every Citizen is a Voter.
3 Shifts
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morning /
08:00 AM to 11:45 AM
Shift start and end times can be individualized and will depend on your time zone. We estimate 2 shifts/week/volunteer.
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afternoon /
12:00 PM to 04:00 PM
Shift start and end times can be individualized and will depend on your time zone. We estimate 2 shifts/week/volunteer.
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evening /
05:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Shift start and end times can be individualized and will depend on your time zone. We estimate 2 shifts/week/volunteer.
- NONE OF THESE TIMES WORK FOR ME, BUT I CAN STILL HELP
More opportunities with US VOTE FOUNDATION INC
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About US VOTE FOUNDATION INC
Location:
4325 N OLD GLEBE RD, ARLINGTON, VA 22207, US
Mission Statement
Every Citizen is a Voter.
Description
U.S. Vote Foundation (US Vote) and its initiative Overseas Vote work to facilitate and increase the participation of U.S. domestic, overseas and military voters worldwide through civic technology development and access to personalized voter information services.
The foundation executes its work through the development and provision of innovative civic tech solutions for a comprehensive range of voter services including user-friendly state-specific voter registration and absentee ballot request for domestic, overseas and military voters. US Vote's online services guide voters through their state-specific voting requirements, bringing real value to the desktops and devices of millions of voters.
We have a thriving organization, powered by volunteers and would love to welcome more to our team.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
June 6, 2022
SKILLS
- IT Help Desk
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Customer Service
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- 5-10 hours wk minimum; 8 preferred
- Knowledge of elections and voting; skill on typical website usage. Customer service experience desired.