Be An Election Inspector

🗳️ Become an Election Inspector in Jefferson County

Are you interested in serving your community and helping ensure fair and secure elections? Join us as an Election Inspector (Poll Worker) and play a vital role in the democratic process.

✅ How to Get Started

Step 1:
New and returning inspectors must contact the Deputy Commissioner to sign up.
📧 Email: elections@jeffersoncountyny.gov
📞 Phone: (315) 785-3027 — ask for Heather Chaffee (R) or Tammy Gollaher (D)

Step 2:
Attend a mandatory paid training class (details below).

Step 3:
Once trained, you'll be assigned to one of Jefferson County’s 42 polling locations. Welcome aboard!

👥 What is an Election Inspector?

Election Inspectors (also known as Poll Workers) are registered voters trained and certified by the Board of Elections. They help manage polling sites and ensure elections are conducted in accordance with state and federal laws.

🧾 Responsibilities

Election Inspectors always work in bipartisan teams and may serve in the following roles:

• Voting System Operator

• Voter Sign-In and Ballot Distribution

• Affidavit Ballot Processing

• Red Supply Bag Coordinator / Chairperson

🧑‍⚖️ Eligibility Requirements

To become an Election Inspector, you must:

• Be a registered voter in Jefferson County, or

• Be pre-registered (if 17 years old)

• Complete the mandatory annual training

💵 Compensation

• $15.50 per hour on Election Day

• $52.50 for attending the annual mandatory training session

📍 Work Locations

Whenever possible, inspectors are placed at their home polling site. However, assignments may vary based on staffing needs throughout Jefferson County.

⏰ Work Hours

On Election Day (Primary and General Elections):

• Polls are open from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

• Inspectors must arrive by 5:15 a.m. to set up

• All inspectors remain until site closure and material return is complete

🗳️ Voting as an Inspector

If you are assigned to a polling site outside of your home district, you have options:

• Vote early at any Early Voting Center (up to 9 days before Election Day)

• Vote in person at the Board of Elections office

• Submit an Inspector Absentee Ballot application to receive a “Special Ballot”

❓ Questions?

We’re here to help!
📧 Email: elections@jeffersoncountyny.gov
📞 Call: (315) 785-3027
Ask for Heather Chaffee (Republican Deputy Commissioner) or Tammy Gollaher (Democratic Deputy Commissioner)