Waltham City Clerk Seeking Election Day Workers

WALTHAM, MA — Waltham’s City Clerk is still looking for Election Day Workers who are available for the state primary on Tuesday, September 6 and the general election on Tuesday, November 8.

Election workers must be registered to vote in Massachusetts, be available to work Election Day from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., and be able to read and write English and speak clearly. According to the city, dedication, efficiency, patience, and friendliness are assets.

Here are the available Election Day positions:

• Warden: $200 day
  • The Warden is the Chief Election Officer at the polling place with responsibility for supervising and monitoring the work of the other election officers. The Warden maintains order, prevents interference with the voting process, insures that all required materials are available, assists voters, and oversees the accurate completion of all election forms.
• Clerk: $195 day
  • The Clerk keeps a record of all facts relating to the election proceedings and notes any unusual happenings during the conduct of the election. The Clerk assumes the responsibilities of the Warden in the Warden’s absence.
• Inspector: $185 day
  • Inspectors perform election duties under the direction of the Warden/Clerk, including but not limited to checking voters’ names at the check-in and check-out tables and handing ballots to voters.

Election Workers will receive compensation depending on the position assigned on Election Day. Every position includes paid training.

To apply, fill out this application and bring it to the Office of the City Clerk at 610 Main Street, email it to vmaluf@city.waltham.ma.us, or fax it to 781-314-3130.