The Rhode Island Board of Elections is urging residents to sign up as paid poll workers for the upcoming November 5th General Election. According to Rhode Island Board of Elections Executive Director Miguel Nunez, city and town boards of canvassers are actively seeking workers to staff polling locations on Election Day.
“This is a great opportunity to participate in the democratic process, help your community, and get paid for working the polls on election day,” said Nunez.
Poll workers are responsible for setting up polling places, greeting voters, verifying voter registrations, issuing ballots, and assisting voters with the voting process. This includes demonstrating voting equipment and explaining voting procedures.
Workers can earn between $125 and $250, depending on the location. Click here for statewide poll worker pay rates. Training sessions will be held from October 2nd to November 1st.
Those interested in becoming poll workers can find more information and sign up online at https://elections.ri.gov/elections/poll-worker-information or by contacting their local board of canvassers.
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