Hamilton County, OH

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  • Phone:
    (513) 632-7041, (513) 632-7042
  • Email:
    Raquel.Burgos@boe.hamiltoncountyohio.gov
  • Office Address:
    Precinct Election Official Department, 4700 Smith Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45212
  • Start Time:
    5:30 AM End Time:
    8:30 PM     (You must work the full day)
  • Compensation:
    $133 for Election Day. $37 to $70 for setting up the precinct the night before Election Day. $55 to $62 for training. $10 for the poll worker who picks up and drops off election supplies. $10 for the worker designated to use their cell phone for elections business.
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Voter Registration Requirements

  • You must be registered to vote in Hamilton County to be a poll worker

  • Note: This voter registration requirement does not apply to poll workers under the age of 18.

Work Requirements

  • Minimum Age: 17-year-olds who are U.S. citizens and county residents.

  • You must complete training to be a poll worker.

  • Training Details: Training typically lasts 3.5 to 4 hours. Training is required at least once every two or three years, depending on position.

Some poll workers are needed to set up polling places the night before an election from 6:30 to 8:30 PM.

In addition to Election Day workers, Hamilton County is looking for pre-election workers. Please contact election officials, listed above, for additional information.

Individuals who are comfortable using computers and tablets are strongly encouraged to apply.