Poll Worker Positions

If you want to apply for a stand-by poll worker position, please read the following instructions:
  1. Please fill out one of the following applications and return it to the Board of Elections office in the borough of your residence.
  2. Please read carefully the requirements for each position and apply only for the one you qualify.
  3. Remember, as a stand-by poll worker you will be notified to report to work by the Board of Elections only if your services are needed.
  4. You will find additional information, including work hours and pay, on each application.

Available Positions

 
  Job Title:  Inspector/Poll ClerkApply  

  Description:  

Generally responsible for the operations in the ED, including opening the polls, serving voters and closing the polls including accuracy of canvass. Inspectors must stay for completion of canvas and tally. Ensures that Affidavit Ballot Envelopes are completed correctly and signs each one. Operates the party lever on the voting machine for Primaries and Officer's Control Handle for all elections. Reminds voter the curtain remains closed and how the voter handle works. Collects a completed voter card from each voter.

  Requirements:  

U.S. citizen, registered voter in New York City.


 
 
  Job Title:  InterpreterApply [Chinese Interpreter]  
Apply [Korean Interpreter]  
Apply [Spanish Interpreter]  

  Description:  

The Interpreter assists non-English speaking voters by translating voting information given by the Inspector and answers voter questions. The Interpreter may also assist non-English and limited-English speaking voters in voting booths.

  Requirements:  

Permanent U.S. resident, New York City Resident, 18 years of age, fluent in English and Interpreter's language.


 
 
  Job Title:  Information ClerkApply  

  Description:  

Uses the Street Finder and Poll Site List to direct voters to their correct ED/AD and poll site - one or more at sites with 4 or more EDs. Is seated at a table at or near the main entrance to the poll site. Must be available throughout the day.

  Requirements:  

Permanent U.S. resident, New York City resident, and 18 years of age. Fluent in English.


 
 
  Job Title:  Door ClerkApply  

  Description:  

Ensures that the alternate entrance is accessible throughout the day. Monitors the entrance to prevent unauthorized individuals from entering. Checks to see that a ramp with handrails and/or platform are in place if required. Assists but does not provide physical help to disabled voters entering the site. Checks the access posters and directional arrows "Vote Here/Vota Aqui" signs are hung properly.

  Requirements:  

Permanent U.S. resident, New York City resident, and 18 years of age


 

For further information on how to be a poll worker, please call the EDO office at (212) 487-5305 or call the Board of Elections Phone Bank at 1-866-vote-nyc








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