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Election Worker
Why be a Poll Worker?
I want to be a Poll Worker. What's involved?
Working as a poll worker (called an Election Officer) is a rewarding experience and opportunity to become involved in your community and do something for your country.
A poll worker is a volunteer who works at a poll site on Election Day. You will help with poll place set up, welcome voters and guide them through the voting process, and assist with the closing of the polls at the end of the night.
You can serve as a Poll Worker if you meet the following requirements:
- You are a United States citizen
- You are at least 18 years old
- You are a registered voter in Kern County
- You are able to speak, read and write English
- You are able to understand and perform the duties you are assigned
Apply for and get more information about working at the polls . All volunteers who work at the polls are known as Election Officers.
What do the different Poll Worker positions do and how much does a Poll Worker get paid?
There are several positions for each poll site and precinct. Payment varies according to the job requirements.
Poll Worker Positions
Poll workers work together as a team to help voters at their poll site. Different positions include:
- Clerk: You will help voters at your precinct table
- Inspector: You will be team leader for your precinct table
- Supervisor/Inspector: You will be team leader for one or two precincts
- Site Supervisor: You will work at a site with a few precincts and will work with other team leaders to make sure the job is getting done. Site Supervisors are experienced poll workers who have worked multiple elections.
Poll Worker Pay
Your payment will depend on the job you do and whether we have asked you to do any tasks. Basic amounts are:
- Clerk: $160
- Inspector: $200
- Supervisor/Inspector: $230
- Site Supervisor: $230
Can High School students be Poll Workers?
Yes! We encourage students to get involved.
Is there a program for State Employees to be Poll Workers?
As a State Employee you are allowed to serve as a poll worker on Election Day without loss of pay re: Government Code 19844.7 . You will also receive the poll worker stipend.
I am already a Poll Worker. What do I need to know?
Poll Worker Training
It is important to sign up and attend training classes as a poll worker to be the best you can be to assist voters on Election Day. Election processes are continually changing and it's important to be aware of all the changes in regulations and procedures.
Current Polling Place and Poll Worker Information
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What is Adopt-A-Poll?
Do you belong to a business, non-profit, club, or organization that wants to serve the community and raise money? Consider the Adopt-A-Poll program!
Your group/organization would volunteer to work together at the same poll site on Election Day. It is your choice to donate your stipend check to your organization.
My brother-in-law (or other relative) is on the Ballot. Can I still be a Poll Worker?
No, if you are related to anyone on the ballot or working on any campaign you will have to wait until the next Election.
I've been helping with a Campaign for a Ballot Measure. Can I still be a Poll Worker?
No, if you are working on any campaign for any item or person on the ballot you will have to wait until the next Election.