NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, Pa. \u2014 Northampton County is seeking residents to help oversee Election Day operations.<\/p>\n
The Northampton County Elections Division is seeking registered voters to serve as judges of election for the general election on Nov. 3, the county said. There are 12 vacancies for the position.<\/p>\n
Judges of election are particularly needed in the following areas:<\/p>\n
The county said judges of election play a critical role in overseeing Election Day operations at their assigned polling locations. Unlike other poll worker positions, judges serve in a supervisory capacity.<\/p>\n
The county said workers help ensure voting procedures are followed and polling places operate efficiently, fairly and securely.<\/p>\n
Responsibilities of a judge of election include:<\/p>\n
Overseeing the opening, operation and closing of the polling place on Election Day.<\/p>\n
Supervising and coordinating other election workers assigned to the polling location.<\/p>\n
Ensuring election procedures are followed and assisting with questions or issues that arise throughout the day.<\/p>\n
Helping maintain an orderly and accessible voting environment.<\/p>\n
Overseeing the completion of required election paperwork, reconciliation of election materials and secure return of supplies following the close of polls.<\/p>\n
No prior election experience is necessary. The Northampton County Elections Division provides mandatory training before Election Day. Judges of election will be trained and will earn $200 for their work on Election Day. Additional compensation and mileage reimbursement are available for those who must return election materials to the Northampton County Government Center.<\/p>\n
The county said Election Day typically begins at about 6 a.m. and continues beyond the close of polls at 8 p.m. until all required closing procedures are completed.<\/p>\n
The county encourages residents interested in serving as a judge of election to fill out the Pennsylvania Department of State\u2019s online poll-worker interest form<\/a>. Information submitted through the form will be forwarded to the Northampton County Elections Division for consideration. Applicants are encouraged to indicate their interest in serving as a judge of election.<\/p>\n