Become A Poll Worker

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.

When are you needed?
Just a few days a year: Primary Day in September, Election Day in November, Special Elections (if any), and one training seminar each year.

What tasks will you perform as a Poll Worker?

Prepare the polling place for voting
Set up the voting equipment
Process the voters
Demonstrate voting procedures to the voters
Assist voter if requested
Close the polling place
Canvass and report the results

You are eligible to serve as a Poll Worker if you:
Are a registered voter and a resident of Erie county.

Will you be paid?
Yes, by the Erie County Board of Elections.

The Board of Elections is committed to fulfilling its responsibility to the citizens of New York State by providing fair and accurate elections. This responsibility and the credit associated with it must be shared with the many dedicated workers that help make elections successful. You can get involved and become a proud participant in a process that is the foundation of democracy in our county.

Come work with us. Click here to download the Poll Worker Application.