Somerville Hiring Polling Place Workers For 2022 Election

SOMERVILLE, MA — The City of Somerville is currently hiring polling place workers for the 2022 election season.

Hundreds of poll workers will be needed this year to conduct a successful election, the city said. Interested residents are encouraged to register for one of two information sessions on Thursday, July 28 at City Hall. The afternoon session is 2 to 3 p.m. and the evening session is 6 to 7 p.m.

Poll workers are needed for both upcoming election days: Tuesday, September 6, and Tuesday, November 8. Each workday starts at 6:30 a.m. and ends after the polls close at 8 p.m., with a two-hour break.

Poll workers serve in one of the following roles:

• The Warden is in charge of the precinct. They make sure everything is set up correctly, all regulations are followed, and all materials are returned to City Hall at the end of the day. The compensation is $265 per day.
• The Clerk maintains all records, ensures that all pertinent documents are signed, and verifies that the votes of the precinct are accurately recorded. The Clerk is in charge in the absence of the Warden. The compensation is $235 per day.
• The Inspectors check off names as voters check-in, assist at the voting machine, or staff the demonstration table. Inspectors also help set up and break down the precinct. The compensation is $200 per day.

Those who are interested in learning more but not able to attend an information session may contact the Elections Office at 617-625-6600 ext. 4200.