The Burlington County Board of Elections is putting out the call for civic-minded residents to be poll workers during the upcoming General Election.
By law, poll workers who are 18 or older must be registered to vote in Burlington County. They also should be available to work on Election Day on Nov 4. No experience is needed, but mandatory in-person training is required.
Poll worker duties include unlocking voting machines and equipment, putting out supplies, setting up electronic pollbooks, voter sign-in and processing, assisting voters, closing polls and picking up and returning supplies.
Tech-savvy citizens and dual-language speakers are strongly encouraged to consider this public service.
Poll workers will be paid $300 for working Election Day. Poll workers will also receive pay for training, provided they work on Election Day.
“Our democracy depends on free and fair elections, and this is an opportunity for both Democrats and Republicans to help fellow citizens exercise their fundamental right,” said Burlington County Board of Elections Chair Heather Cheesman. “No matter your background or politics, you can help serve your community and our country in a very profound and inspiring way.”
In addition to being registered to vote in Burlington County, perspective poll workers should be able to read and write legibly and be available to work from approximately 5:15 AM to 8:30 PM on Election Day.
To apply online or request more information about poll worker duties or training, go to https://burlingtonnjted.precinctcentral.com/TED/ElectionForcePortal/JobApplication.aspx.
Interested residents can also email RepPollworker@co.burlington,nj.us or DemPollworker@co.burlington.nj.us or call 609-265-5557.