Poll workers are the backbone of our election system.
Election Officials
Election judges, inspectors and clerks serve as guardians of democracy. They are vital to efficient and honest elections. Election officials proudly conduct elections with accuracy, integrity and dignity.
Elections in Our County
Elections in Venango County require 220 election officials to work the polls every election. You can join this team of civic-minded and committed individuals who help ensure this basic right of U.S. Citizenship: to vote in fair and free elections.
Become a Poll Worker
Be a guardian of democracy and complete the online sign up form to be a poll worker.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can become an election official by:
- Calling 814-432-9512 to have your name placed on file
- Complete the online application
Election officials have several duties including:
- Set up polling location
- Sign in voters
- Complete required paper work
- Distribute ballots to voters
- Maintain order inside & outside the polling location
- Close polls
To be an election official, you must:
- Be a registered voter
- Attend a training class
- Or, be 17 years old and participate in the Student Poll Worker Program
Yes. Election officials are compensated per election:
- Judge: paid $130, plus $20 for the returns plus mileage
- Minority Inspector: paid $110, plus $20 for the returns
- Majority Inspector: paid $110
- Clerks: paid $100