Elections Poll Worker - Student

About the role

The Elko County Clerk’s Office seeks enthusiastic high school students to serve as Poll Workers during elections. This role offers hands-on experience in local election processes, including voter processing and closing the polls.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced and new poll workers to gain a comprehensive understanding of the electoral process.
• Receive training on opening and closing polling places, processing voters, and handling election procedures.
• Encourage participation in the democratic process among peers by inspiring them to vote once they turn 18.
• Prepare for a long day, arriving at the polling place at 5:30 a.m. and potentially working until 9 p.m.
• Be responsible for providing your own transportation to and from the polling place.

Requirements

• At least 16 years old
• A U.S. Citizen
• A resident of the county where they wish to work

Qualifications

• Must provide written permission from a parent or legal guardian.
• Attend a 2 to 3-hour in-person training class and assist with setup on "Election Eve."
• Complete required online training.

Benefits

• Stipend checks mailed 2 to 3 weeks after the election.
• Paid according to the following rates:
• Election Training: $45 per attendance
• Polling Place Setup: $25.00
• Election Worker: $150.00 per day for a full day, $75.00 per day for half-day
• Team Leader: $180.00 per day (full day)
• Counting and Duplicating Boards and Additional Workers: $14.00 per hour

Schedule

Students are expected to be available on Election Day, typically starting at 5:30 a.m. and ending around 9 p.m., depending on the duration of the shift.

Pay

• Election Training: $45 per attendance
• Polling Place Setup: $25.00
• Election Worker: $150.00 per day for a full day, $75.00 per day for half-day
• Team Leader: $180.00 per day (full day)
• Counting and Duplicating Boards and Additional Workers: $14.00 per hour

Benefits

• No benefits are provided for this position.

Application

To apply, students must complete and submit the following forms:

• A single-page online Election Poll Worker application
• A parent/guardian consent form
• A school consent form

Note: Applicants must also attach the Student Poll Worker Permission Form to their application. This form can be found by clicking the provided link: Elko County, NV.