Waltham Seeking Election Workers For 2024

Press release from City of Waltham:

January 26, 2024

Do you want to enjoy a FUN-FILLED day serving your community, meeting new people, and earning some money? The Office of the City Clerk is looking for Election Day Workers!

Election Workers must: Be registered to vote in Massachusetts; Be available to work Election Day from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.;Be able to read and write English and speak clearly. Dedication, efficiency, patience and friendliness are assets.

Election Day Position Descriptions:

• Warden: $200 day

The Warden is the Chief Election Officer at the polling place with responsibility for supervising and monitoring the work of the other election officers. The Warden maintains order, prevents interference with the voting process, insures that all required materials are available, assists voters, and oversees the accurate completion of all election forms.

• Clerk: $195 day

The Clerk keeps a record of all facts relating to the election proceedings and notes any unusual happenings during the conduct of the election. The Clerk assumes the responsibilities of the Warden in the Warden’s absence.

• Inspector: $185 day

Inspectors perform election duties under the direction of the Warden/Clerk, including but not limited to, checking voters’ names at the Check-In and Check-Out Tables and handing ballots to voters.

Election Workers will receive:

Compensation depending on the position assigned on Election Day; Paid Training ($8);and the opportunity to assist the citizens of Waltham with a positive voting experience.

To apply:

Fill out the application attached and return it to the Office of the City Clerk, 610 Main St, Waltham, MA 02452, email: vmaluf@city.waltham.ma.us or fax to: 781-314-3130.

This press release was produced by City of Waltham. The views expressed here are the author’s own.