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AGENCIES & DEPTS
Icon You Are Here YOU ARE HERE Registrar of Voters (DEP) Volunteer at the Polls  
County of Santa Clara Registrar of Voters
Volunteer at the Polls on Election Day!
Support Democracy, Become an Election Officer
Volunteer Stipend $95 to $100
  • Election Officers must be:
  • At least 18 years old
  • A US citizen
  • A registered voter

Online EO Application

  • High school students must:
  • Be at least 16 years old
  • Be a US citizen
  • Have a GPA of 2.5 or higher

Student EO Program

Election Officer Training Class
Election Officers are required to attend a scheduled training class before each election. Online Training is also available.

Election Officer Duties
The Inspector supervises the Precinct Board, performs all election officer duties, is responsible for pick-up & inventory of election supplies, setting up the polling place, ensures all closing procedures are followed and Ballots & election supplies are returned to the receiving center. The Clerk can perform any or all of the election officer duties and assist the Inspector.

Stipends
Inspectors: $150.00 to $180.00
Clerks: $95.00 to $125.00