The Division of Elections, within the New Jersey Department of State, is seeking New Jersey citizens to assist by serving as board workers. Training is required and will be provided. If you are interested, please fill out the application below.
Citizens of all ages, including college and high school students, are encouraged to apply. Please do your part to assist your community in ensuring that Election Day in New Jersey is conducted with great competence and responsiveness to the public.
Poll Worker FAQ's
Poll Worker Training Video
Poll Worker Training for the NJ State Elections 2020 includes information on PPE precautions, Set Up, Processing Voters, Vote By Mail Ballot, Provisional Ballot, Accessible Voting, Emergency Ballots, Spoiled Ballots, Maintaining Order, Challenges and Closing the Polls
Provided By: Essex County Board of Elections