Election Worker Positions
The RM of Hanover requires temporary election workers for Election Day on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 and during advance voting opportunities. These are paid positions.
The role of election workers is to make it possible to electors to vote in an orderly fashion. Election workers primarily work at polling places, where electors go to vote. Various positions are available from Voting Record Officer, who handles the ballots, to the Information Officer, who directs electors to the appropriate table.
Please note that election workers are not RM of Hanover employees.
Eligibility
Election Workers must:
- be at least 18 years old on election day
- agree to refrain from any partisan political activity during the term of employment
Requirements
Individuals interested in applying for election worker positions must be able to demonstrate the following core competencies:
- Basic literacy skills (reading, writing, and comprehension)
- Basic interpersonal skills, including the ability to exercise impartiality
- Ability to learn quickly
- Attention to detail
- Ability to follow directions and adhere to standards and safety measures
- Ability to work long days (at least 14 hours)
Successful applicants must attend and complete assigned training to prepare them for their role.
The mandatory training session will be scheduled for October 20th at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Successful applicants must also remain at the polling station on Election Day.
Please note that applicants must be available to work on Election Day on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.