County
Poll Worker Program
Now you can be a
part of the democratic process!
Click here to download the Application
The
Registrar of Voters office is recruiting County employees to
work as Poll Workers on Election Day. There are several
elections conducted each year. No experience is required; we
will train you. The only requirement is that you are an
American citizen and registered to vote.
FAQ’s
Q:
Elections are always conducted on a Tuesday. Do I have to
use my vacation time?
A: No, County employees will not
use their accumulated leave balance. County employees will be
paid their normal salary as if they were reporting to work for a
regular work day. The TRC code POLLS should be coded on your
TLR for Election Day only for your normal work day.
Q: What are the hours for a
Poll Worker on Election Day?
A: Each polling place must be
open to serve voters from 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Therefore, Poll
Workers must arrive at 6:00 a.m. to set up the polling place and
will leave when the closing procedures have been completed
(approximately 9:00 p.m.)
Q:
6:00 a.m. to
approximately 9:30 p.m. is longer than my normal work day. Will
I get overtime or other compensation?
A:
You will not get
overtime, but you will receive a stipend in the amount of:
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Clerks $115.00 ($100.00 plus
$15.00 for attending one mandatory training class) (no
experience is required).
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Inspectors $165.00 ($135.00
plus $30.00 for attending one mandatory training class);
previous election experience is highly desirable. Inspectors
serve as poll site supervisors and have additional
responsibilities, such as picking up voting materials and
supplies; these duties are to be performed on your own time.
-
Bilingual Poll Workers are paid
an additional $10.00 differential (English and Spanish only).
Bilingual
County employees are strongly encouraged to apply.
Q: How long and
what does the mandatory training involve?
A:
The training class is two hours. Day and Evening classes throughout the County
are available; just sign up for the one that is most convenient
for you. Training is attended on your own time.
Q: Which polling
place will I be serving?
A: There are over
400 poll locations throughout the County. Placement is based on
need. However, we try our best to place you closest to your
home.
Q:
What do Poll
Workers do?
A:
Assist with
setting up the voting machines, provide voter assistance and
supplies as necessary and assist with closing procedures and the
break down of the polling place.
Interested?
Complete the
application and obtain
your Department Head’s written approval. Return your
approved application to the Registrar of Voter’s Office at 777
East Rialto Avenue, San Bernardino CA, 92415, or send it
interoffice mail to mail code #0770 or fax to 909.387.2022.
Questions? Please contact us at 909.387.8300 and ask for the Polls Department.
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