Shorewood Seeks More Poll Workers Ahead Of 2022 Elections

SHOREWOOD, WI — The Village of Shorewood is short on election inspectors and chief election inspectors, according to the most recent village newsletter.

People who can fill in a two-year term as a chief election inspector are especially needed. A term would start with the 2022 spring primary on February 15 and would last into 2023. Training is provided for election inspectors who issue ballots, register voters, monitor voting equipment and occasionally complete paperwork.

"Election Inspectors help ensure an open, accurate, and fair election," the village website reads.

Here are the requirements outlined on the Village of Shorewood website:

• You must be a qualified elector in Milwaukee County — Someone who has lived in the County for at least 10 consecutive days and who is not disqualified from voting.
• Should be able to speak, read and write in English.
• Should have strong clerical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Poll workers can not be on the ballot of any election taking place.
• Should have good handwriting, attention to detail, vision, hearing, and follows direction.

"If you are looking for an opportunity to fulfill your civic duty, to give back to your community or to simply be available to greet your friends and neighbors on Election Day, here’s your chance," the newsletter reads.

More information and applications to become a poll worker in Shorewood are available online at the City's website.