Election Workers

Board Worker - This is a workforce of usually 20 to 24 people depending on the size of the election and level of voter participation. Board workers open mail ballots after signatures have been verified. They check for write-in candidates and torn or damaged ballots. They make sure the ballots are placed in the correct batches and precincts. Work begins 18 days before the Election and continues intermittently up to 15 to 21 days after an election. In most cases, they work 5 hours a day but can be required to work evenings and weekends. All work is performed at the Franklin County Election Center located at 116 N 3rd Avenue in Pasco.

The current pay is minimum wage.

Election board workers are required by law to attend an instruction class

An applicant must be registered to vote and maintain voter eligibility and:

• Be able to communicate in English
• Have good handwriting or printing
• Eyesight and hearing must be correctable to normal ranges
• Have transportation to and from the Election Center and training classes
• Must be able to work varying hours, work schedule will vary based on need