Milwaukee is looking for more poll workers on Election Day
As Election Day approaches, the Milwaukee Election Commission (MEC) is seeking out more volunteers to work at polling locations across the city.
Poll workers—also dubbed election inspectors—wear a variety of hats on Election Day, including checking in registered voters, registering eligible voters and monitoring equipment.
A spokesperson for the MEC told the Journal Sentinel morning shifts have been filled and afternoon shift poll workers are being prioritized, adding that full-day shifts are still being considered as well.
The afternoon shift runs from 1 p.m. until closing procedures are completed, according to the MEC’s website. A full-day shift runs from 6 a.m. until the end of closing procedures.
"MEC is pleased to report that poll worker recruitment is strong and on track to be fully staffed for Election Day," the MEC spokesperson said.
Bilingual poll workers fluent in Spanish and Hmong are also being prioritized, the MEC’s website says.
Here’s what you need to know about becoming a poll worker in Milwaukee:
How do I become a poll worker?
Citizens interested in becoming a poll worker must fill out an application and complete a training session. The application to become a worker is here.
Those interested are encouraged to sign up soon so they can be trained ahead of Election Day, the MEC spokesperson said.
Do poll workers get paid?
Yes, poll workers do receive a stipend. Those working full-day shifts receive a $220 stipend and those working half-day shifts receive $117. Training is compensated at $45, and bilingual poll workers receive an extra $15.
Those who want to be paid must fill out required paperwork and bring required documentation by their training date.
For more information on becoming a poll worker in Milwaukee:
You can click here for more information on working at the polls on Election Day.
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This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Wisconsin Election Day 2024: Milwaukee seeking more poll workers
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