Elections Ontario Hiring 55,000+ Poll Workers for February 27 Vote
Ontario is preparing for its snap election on February 27, and Elections Ontario is looking to hire more than 55,000 poll workers to assist at polling stations across the province. With 10.8 million eligible voters, the agency is setting up 124 local voting offices and more than 7,000 voting locations to ensure a smooth electoral process.
Hiring Campaign Begins This Week
Elections Ontario has launched a recruitment campaign to fill 14 different roles at polling stations. Positions range from part-time roles to jobs with extended hours, making them accessible to a variety of candidates.
Key positions include:
- Information Assistants – Greet and assist voters, ensuring a seamless voting experience.
- Tabulator Deputy Returning Officers – Oversee vote tabulators, feed ballots into machines, and print results.
- Advance Poll Tabulator Deputy Returning Officers – Manage tabulators during advance voting sessions.
Competitive Pay for Poll Workers
Wages vary based on the position:
- $20 per hour – Information Assistants
- $29.50 per hour – Area Managers and Advance Poll Supervising Deputy Returning Officers
Some positions require computer skills, while others do not, making opportunities available for a broad range of applicants.
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How to Apply
Interested candidates can find job descriptions, qualifications, and application details on the Elections Ontario website. The agency encourages eligible Ontarians to apply soon as hiring is underway.
Voting Options for Ontarians
Voters have several ways to cast their ballots:
- In person on election day at their designated polling station.
- By mail through a special ballot request.
- At a local election office before election day.
- During advance voting from February 20 to 22, where electors can vote at any advance polling station in their district.
- Home or hospital visits for those with mobility or health challenges.
With this large-scale hiring effort, Elections Ontario aims to ensure a well-organized election process for all voters. Visit the official website to explore opportunities and be part of the democratic process.
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