Article Source: County of San Mateo CA
Poll Workers Opportunities
Behind every election are thousands of people who ensure a smooth and proper operation at the polling places. Their efforts play a vital part in making democracy work. San Mateo County needs Poll Workers in order to continue providing the more than 350,000 registered voters the opportunity to vote at neighborhood precincts throughout the County.
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The County of San Mateo is now accepting applications from energetic, qualified people to volunteer as Poll Workers at the precincts. Depending on your assignment, the stipend ranges from $115.00 to $140.00 for the day, plus $25.00 for the time you spend in training class, if you serve on Election Day. An additional bonus of $8 is offered to those who travel out of their city to serve in a precinct elsewhere and $7 to Inspectors who pick up their supplies. Among your duties will be voter sign-in and ballot distribution. Join the more than 1,600 Poll Workers we recruit and train for countywide elections.
This trusted position is ideal for anyone who would like to get a first-hand look at how our system works, and provide neighbors their opportunity to vote. Many Poll Workers serve year after year for the experience of being an integral part of the election process. All registered voters are welcome to join the team. If you are interested in becoming an Poll Worker, please submit the online application or call our recruiters at (650) 286-2810.
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Poll Worker Job Description
General Qualifications
To be a Poll Worker, you must be:
- A registered voter in the State of California or Permanent Resident of the United States
- Able to speak, read and write English
- Work from 6:00 a.m. to approximately 9:30 p.m. on Election Day
Duties
The County is divided into geographically-determined voting groups called precincts. Every voter lives in a specific precinct and can vote in person at their assigned polling place on Election Day. A Precinct Board is staffed with one Inspector and at least two Judges who ensure the integrity of the election process at that precinct.
All Poll Workers (Inspectors & Judges) are required to:
1. Attend one training class
2. Set up voting booths, eSlate Voting Machines, tables and other precinct supplies
3. Open and close the polling place location
4. Locate voter names on the roster
5. Issue voters their access codes for voting on the eSlates
6. Assist voters in any phase of the voting process
7. Perform other tasks as assigned by the Inspector, the Poll Worker in charge
Inspectors must be able to:
1. Inventory Election supplies before Election Day
2. Contact your precinct board members before Election Day
3. Make sure you know how to get into your polling place on Election morning
4. Manage the operations of the polling place (i.e. assigning duties and setting up the schedule of the day)
5. Oversee the completion of all paperwork
If you have additional questions, please call our recruiters at (650) 286-2810.
Poll Worker Application Form
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Become an Poll Worker
Working at the polls is a demanding but vital part of making democracy work. We are always looking for people to work at our polling places. We recruit and train approximately 1,600 workers for a countywide election. If you would like to serve, please complete the application below, call (650) 286-2810 or email us at pollworkertraining@smcare.org.
1. The Hours - The polls open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m. Poll Workers are required to be at the polling place from 6:00 a.m. to approximately 9:00 p.m. You will be given two 1-hour breaks during the day for meals.
2. Compensation - A stipend of $140.00 for Inspectors (those in charge of the precinct) and $115.00 for Judges. An additional bonus of $8 is offered to those who travel out of their city to serve in a precinct elsewhere and $7 to Inspectors who pick up their supplies.
3. Training Classes - Poll Workers are required to attend a training class for which you will be paid an additional stipend if you serve Election Day.
Poll Workers
Become a Poll Worker
On Election Day, Poll Workers welcome all voters, facilitate voting, conduct precinct operations in accordance with election law and follow defined procedures. Many people find it a rewarding experience and return year after year to serve. We encourage you to become a San Mateo County Poll Worker.
Find out if you have what it takes to be a Poll Worker!
Find out what the job qualifications and duties are.
Fill out and submit the online Poll Worker Application.
Why people serve as Poll Workers
Thoughts from San Mateo County Poll Workers on why they serve on Election Day.
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