Williams County Needs Workers for the November Election

With the November General Election just around the corner, Williams County is looking for residents who are willing to spend Election Day helping their neighbors cast their ballots. Temporary election workers will assist with everything from helping voters and operating election equipment to handling paperwork and keeping polling places running smoothly.

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Training Required Before Election Day

Election workers are required to attend one of two training sessions. Workers assigned to rural locations will train on October 28, while workers assigned to the ARC and Fairgrounds locations will train on October 29.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, with hours running from 7 a.m. until approximately 9 p.m. The position is temporary and involves a variety of duties supporting the administration of the 2026 General Election.

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What Will Election Workers Do?

Duties will be assigned based on the needs of the Auditor’s Office and may include assisting voters with questions, updating information on electronic poll books, entering and verifying voter identification, and producing voter receipts.

Workers may also monitor voting equipment, assist voters using the Express Vote assistive voting machine, process absentee ballots and applications, and help with setting up and taking down polling locations.

Other responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing election equipment and high traffic areas and completing required training.

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Who Can Apply?

Applicants must be a qualified voter or qualify as a student poll clerk. Student poll clerks must be at least 16 years old, be U.S. citizens at the time of the election, have lived in their precinct for at least 30 days before the election, and be in good standing as a student.

Applicants must also be U.S. citizens, at least 16 years old, and be a resident of Williams County. A background check and pre employment drug and alcohol screening are required.

The position requires attention to detail, the ability to follow election rules and directions, basic computer and office equipment skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Workers should also be prepared for periods of standing, walking or sitting, repetitive tasks and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Applicants cannot be related to a candidate in the election in the relationships listed in the job requirements.

Pay is $20 per hour.

If you are interested in helping with the November General Election, this temporary position could be a way to get involved in the local election process while helping your community on Election Day.