Job Description
Elections Alberta is an independent, non-partisan office of the Legislature. Elections Alberta is responsible for administering provincial elections, by-elections and referenda. Our mission is to serve Albertans as an independent election management body committed to the administration of modern, transparent, and accessible democratic processes that ensure the integrity and enhance the value of Alberta’s electoral system. Role Responsibilities The Warehouse Support is responsible for performing a range of logistical and operational tasks to ensure the efficient management of equipment and supplies. The role also involves assembling and certifying equipment kits and shipments of election supplies, which are critical for the operation of provincial electoral events. This includes carefully organizing, sorting, packing, and lifting materials and equipment weighing up to 23 kg/50 lbs to ensure all necessary items are ready for delivery to various returning offices across the province. Once the events conclude, this position also supports the return of these supplies to the warehouse. This includes unpacking, disassembling, organizing, and storing the materials for future use. Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to: Shipping and receiving of supplies at loading docks, storing items in the warehouse utilizing pallet jacks, dollies, and other material handling equipment. Palletize all event materials in preparation for shipping to returning offices across Alberta. Compile and assemble supplies for shipments in alignment with packing lists for delivery to returning officers for electoral events. Disassemble, organize, and store supplies and materials returned to the Elections Alberta warehouse after provincial electoral events. Build election kits and enumeration kits for both packaging and distribution during training sessions, as well as prepare monotainers for delivery to all returning offices for provincial electoral events. Ensure all documentation is handled according to Elections Alberta protocols and procedures. Adhere to safe workplace practices, maintain accurate inventory records, ensure cleanliness, and complete routine maintenance. Qualifications A cover letter is required. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. In your cover letter, please briefly summarize your relevant experience and expertise, pertinent strengths and skills, and your reasons for interest in the position. Education and Experience A high-school diploma and one (1) year of related experience in warehouse, shipping/receiving, stockkeeping, logistics, retail, events experience. Skills and Abilities Highly organized individual with the ability to prioritize and time manage tasks. Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (database entry, Excel, MS Word, Outlook). Good verbal and written communication skills to clearly communicate with clients and be able to read supply requests and complete paperwork as needed. Good physical stamina and capacity to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting and moving supplies and standing for long periods of time. Attention to detail to ensure accuracy of work and ensure that all documentation is accurate and that supplies are correctly organized and packed. Working effectively as part of a team to accomplish tasks together with team members. WHMIS and basic health and safety knowledge. Assets Forklift Certification: proficiency in operating forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and effectively. First Aid and CPR training. Experience in warehouse and/or shipping and receiving. Successful candidates must be willing and able to Fulfill the requirement to act as a non-partisan representative of Elections Alberta. Work outside normal business hours, occasionally, to meet deadlines. Notes This position is exempt from the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE). It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) (alberta.ca) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information. It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application. We thank all applicants for their interest. Applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ education and experience best meets the needs of the position. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. Applicants may be required to undergo a skills assessment test. Final Candidates will be required to undergo a Police Information Check. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies.