The $200 stipend applies to Election Day 2021, on Tuesday, November 2.
Union County, NJ – Union County residents seeking an opportunity to help during the 2021 Gubernatorial election cycle still have time to apply to become poll workers this year. All poll workers must attend a paid, mandatory training session as Electronic Poll Books will be used for the first time ever. Poll workers will earn $200 for the day, starting at 5:15 a.m. through the close of the polls at 8:00 p.m.
Poll workers perform essential services on Election Day, by ensuring every eligible voter is afforded an opportunity to exercise their constitutional right to vote.
Any Union County resident who is 18 years or older, and registered to vote in Union County, can apply to become a poll worker.
No experience is needed. All new poll workers must attend a single-session training course. Returning poll workers take a paid, training seminar on the use of the new electronic poll books.
Persons interested in becoming a poll worker for the General Election on November 2nd are advised to apply now to reserve a spot.
To apply, download an application form at the Board of Elections website, https://ucnj.org/boe/virtual-poll-worker-training-sessions/, or request an application form by mail by calling the Board of Elections at 908-527-4236.
For more information, follow the Poll Worker Resources link at ucnj.org/ucboe.
For all Union County Board of Elections information visit online at ucnj.org/ucboe.
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