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Who Can Be a Poll/Election Worker?

To be a poll/election worker, you must:

  • Be a U.S. citizen and registered to vote in California or lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States
  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Speak, read, and write English
  • Complete the required online & in-person training
  • Be available prior to Election Day
  • Have reliable transportation to and from your assigned super poll site each day

We Need Bilingual Poll/Election Workers!

Merced County embraces our diversity and provides language assistance to voters in the following languages:

  • Spanish
  • Hmong
  • Chinese
  • Mien
  • Punjabi

Special Poll/Election Worker Programs

  • Merced County Employee as Volunteer Poll Workers Program

Student Poll Worker

Provide a location for voters to cast their ballot!

  • VCA Application (TBA)
  • Host a Ballot Drop Box Application (TBA)

Other Opportunities

Keep an eye out for employment opportunities with Registrar of Voters!