(a) A person may be employed to count, tally, and certify the ballots if he or she is not a candidate at the election and if he or she satisfies either of the following requirements:

1. (1) Has the qualifications required for a precinct board member.

2. (2) Is a deputy or employee of either of the following:

   1. (A) The governing board.
   2. (B) The elections official.