Support the Elections Process in Melrose: Become an Election-Day Poll Worker

Melrose needs Poll Workers for both the State Primary on Sept. 4th and the State General Election on Nov. 6th. Help ensure a positive and fair voting experience for all Melrosians by joining our elections team.
What you need to know:

• The election work day is typically 14 hours; from 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• You must commit to a full day (14 hours) or find a partner to split your shift in half
• Poll workers are typically paid $150-$180 per day, depending on which role you are assigned to
• Training sessions will take place before the election
• Written instructions will be provided for election workers before each election

Interested in applying? Contact the Election Office at Elections@CityofMelrose.org or 781-979-4125.
 

What are the jobs of a poll worker?

• Inspector- Assigned to either the check-in area or check-out table. Checks off and announces the names of voters as they come in and leave. Demonstrates proper voting procedure to the voter and assists the Warden & the Clerk (as needed) in proving the election and closing the polling location.
• Warden & Clerk- Work together to supervise poll workers before the polls open, during the election, and while the ballots are processed. Ensure that required materials are available and posted in proper places, assign other election officers to stations and designate the schedule for breaks, meals, and voting. Responsible for the completion of all forms, the handling of provisional and challenged ballots, and ensuring that voters omitted form the voter’s list are handled properly. Keep the record of all facts relating to the proceedings of the election and record the ballot box register before and after the election. Work together to prove the election.