Election Worker Roles & Responsibilities

Presiding Judges (PJ):

• Oversee and is in charge of the election board and for maintaining order in the polling location.
• Maintain oversight of polling area, ensures no campaigning or disruptions interfere with the voting process
• Handle Exceptions, where a voter must be processed through special procedures.
• Handle special situations such as Provisional and Spoiled Ballots
• Responsible for polling location, equipment, supplies and materials
• Contact other election board members prior to election day to verify the appointment and polling location directions
• Supervise poll officials, delegate work, and ensure everyone is performing the duties assigned by the County Clerk
• Maintain/enforce impartiality among voters and poll officials
• Ensure ballot accounting/reconciliation
• Communicate with the County Clerk’s Bureau of Election Office
• Deliver election items to the County Clerk after poll close
• Receive Absentee Ballots at Polling Locations

Election Judges:

• Greet voters and direct them to the check-in station
• Monitor traffic flow and keep it moving at all times
• Assist voters with any questions
• Monitor signage throughout the day
• Monitor voting booth area for supplies and trash
• Issue sample ballot upon request
• Operate and monitor the tabulators

Clerks:

• Issue voter permits and ballots
• Escalate voter transaction Exceptions to PJ
• Assist with ballot reconciliation, as needed
• Deputy Clerk of Registration (Same Day Registration SDR) at every polling location

Election Technician / Messenger: 

Perform a variety of tasks, including but not limited to:

• Deliver ballot boxes, poll books, keys, election supplies and other materials pertaining to the election;
• Collect Absentee Ballots and removable media storage devices from polling places and deliver them to locations designated by the county clerk; and
• Prepare election supply boxes, program tabulators, and other tasks as assigned by the Election Warehouse Manager.
• Perform the set‐up of necessary supplies and equipment for polling locations. * Must be able to lift 50lbs. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license and take a Santa Fe County Defensive Driving course. 
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‐paced, deadline‐driven environment.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including voter registration systems and election management software.
• Commitment to upholding democratic principles and ensuring the integrity and accessibility of the electoral process. 
• This position involves assisting various election‐related activities to ensure the integrity, efficiency, and accessibility of the voting process

Pay is as follows:
Messengers: $24.00 hourly
Early Voting: $21.00 – $24.00 hourly
Election Day: $350.00 - $400.00 flat daily rate

To qualify for these positions, you must be able to multitask and prioritize, be detail‐oriented, and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

Sign up to be a Santa Fe County Election Worker Here.