Ada County Elections Office seeks 200 additional poll workers to work May 21 primary election

Officials with the Ada County Elections Office are seeking 200 additional poll workers to work the upcoming May 21 primary election.

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The office is specifically searching for poll workers who live in central Meridian, Garden City and northwest Boise to work at polling places in those areas, according to a press release. 

“Due to a growing population, Ada County requires additional poll workers to support the 197 precincts throughout the county for a seamless primary election process,” the press release said. “Ada County Elections also seeks to establish a backup list of poll workers who can step in if needed on Election Day. You will be notified if you are placed on the backup poll worker list.”

Poll workers must be citizens of the United States and over 16 years old. A mandatory training is required ahead of the election and a 14-hour time commitment on Election Day. Poll workers must remain politically neutral while serving at the polls. Ada County poll workers are compensated $150 for their service.

“Elections could not be conducted without the help of dedicated poll workers to staff polling places across the county. Becoming a poll worker is an excellent opportunity to contribute to your community and support the democratic process,” Ada County Clerk Trent Tripple said in the release.

To apply to work as a poll worker, go to www.adacountyelections.com/pollworker.