Additional Information
Individuals who are comfortable using computers and tablets are strongly encouraged to apply.
Bilingual English-Spanish speakers are encouraged to apply.
Amherst (Town), MA
Office Address:
Town Hall, 4 Boltwood Ave, Amherst, MA 01002
Poll Worker Start Time:
6:00 AM
Poll Worker End Time:
Up to 10:00 PM
(Full and part-day shifts are available. Part-day shifts run from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM to close, 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and 1:00 PM to close.)
Compensation:
$15.45 to $17.62 per hour.
Voter Registration Requirements
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Until six weeks before an election, you must be registered to vote in Massachusetts to be appointed as a poll worker. The voter registration requirement does not apply to interpreters, greeters, or 16 and 17-year-old poll workers. Within six weeks of an election, any competent person, regardless of their voter registration status or residency, may be appointed as a poll worker.
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Note: This voter registration requirement does not apply to poll workers under the age of 18.
Work Requirements
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Minimum Age: 16
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You must complete training to be a poll worker.
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Training Details: Training typically lasts 2 hours.
