Elections
can’t function without qualified poll workers.
As you know, the 2008 elections
are coming up and Arizona voters will go out in full
force this fall and vote. Arizona has more than 2,200
polling locations. To function properly, each location
needs approximately seven poll workers. That adds up
to more than 14,000 poll workers needed. Poll workers
are paid for their time.
Who is qualified to be
a poll worker?
Must be at least 16 years
old
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must attend required training
Must be available for either
Primary Election, September 2nd and/or General Election,
November 4th
Must be a Registered Voter
The responsibilities
of a poll worker are:
Assisting in setting up and taking down the polling location
Providing
direct help to voters as necessary
Knowing
how to properly use the voting unit
Checking
voter ID
Issuing
voters the proper ballot
Serving
all voters promptly and with specific sensitivity
to voters with special needs.
Learn
more, call our office at
1-877-THE VOTE for more information or sign up HERE.
Poll Workers Responsibilities
Attend the required training classes
Assist voters as necessary
Know how to properly
use the voting unit
Check voter identification
Issue voters “regular” or “provisional” ballots
Be a team player, be flexible and
have a positive attitude
Serve all voters promptly and with sensitivity
to voters
with special needs
