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The right to vote is one of our nation's oldest and most important entitlements, and with this right comes responsibility. Free and open elections are the basis on which this country was formed and you can make a difference by becoming a poll worker to help protect those freedoms.
Are a New York State registered voter. If you are 17 years old, you may be eligible if your school district participates in a program under Education Law Section 3207-a. Interpreters do not need to be registered voters. You will be assigned within the county where you live. If you live in New York City, you will be assigned within the five boroughs.
What tasks will you perform as a poll worker?
For the Presidential Primary Election during early voting from March 23, 2024 through March 30, 2024, and on election day April 2, 2024.
For the Federal, State, and Local Primary Election during early voting from June 15, 2024 through June 23, 2024, and on election day June 25, 2024
For the General Election during early voting from October 26, 2024 through November 3, 2024, and on election day November 5, 2024.
Yes, Poll Workers get paid for training and each day they work.
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Onondaga County Board of Elections needs Election Inspectors!
"On Election Day we employ over two thousand people will work at schools, churches, and other facilities processing voters so that we can conduct a fair election, as perfect as possible. It is a long day but it is very rewarding to know you have helped your community choose its leaders.
Election Inspectors are paid $255 to work in the Primaries and General Elections. The required working hours are from 5:00 AM to 10:00PM. At this time we are unable to accommodate half-day shifts. We do not have any volunteer positions.
You must be able to speak, read and write English, (bilingual inspectors, especially Spanish speakers, are very welcome), be a registered voter in Onondaga County and you must be available to work the day of the election.
It is recommended that you be registered in either the Democratic or Republican party, however, we are training all voters who wish to be election inspectors, as we have limited spots available for those who are registered in other parties.
As an Election Inspector you will be required to complete a 3.5 hour class on the processes and procedures related to being an inspector, followed by a mandatory written test. Persons who successfully complete the test will be paid an hourly rate and will be eligible to work an election. Class is an annual requirement. Classes are held in Spring and late Summer to prep for elections.
Download a Poll Worker Survey, to be mailed into our office once completed. This is a requirement to be accepted into class.
Poll Site Managers are required to attend training prior to each election. Certification Classes are limited for our May classes, if you are unable to attend May Certification you will receive another mailer for the next training.
For inspectors who completed a certification class in 2023.
Please Email the INSPECTOR DEPARTMENT if you have any further questions." (Onondaga County Board of Elections, 5/11/2024)
"Our democracy depends on ordinary people who make sure every election runs smoothly and everyone's vote is counted — people like you.
When you sign up with Power the Polls, we’ll share everything you need to apply to be a poll worker in your community.
You can make sure we have safe, fair, efficient elections for all voters. Step up and become a poll worker for the next election today!" (Power the Polls, 1/23/2024)
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