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El Dorado County, CA

Thank you so much for your interest in being a poll worker. In order to apply to be a poll worker, you must connect with your local elections office so that you can complete the official poll worker application process with them.

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Hours and Compensation

  • Hours
    6:00 AM to Approximately 9:00 PM
  • Compensation
    $185 for Election Day. $110 for Early Voting. $25 per training session.
  • Other Details
    You must work the full day

Voter Registration Requirements

  • Requirements
    Poll workers over the age of 18 must either be registered voters in California or be lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S. and otherwise eligible to register to vote except for their lack of U.S. citizenship.

Work Requirements

  • Minimum Age Requirements
    16-year-old students who are U.S. citizens or lawfully admitted for U.S. permanent residence.
  • Training Details
    Yes. You must attend a training session.
  • In-person training typically lasts 4 hours.

Contact Information

Phone: (530) 621-7480

Email: elections@edcgov.us

Office Address: 3883 Ponderosa Road, Shingle Springs, CA 95682

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More Details

Apply online by clicking on the “Apply Now!” button above. El Dorado County also has a downloadable PDF application, available here.

Individuals who are comfortable using computers and tablets are strongly encouraged to apply.

Individuals fluent in English and one of the following languages are encouraged to apply: Spanish, Chinese.

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