Ready to take your leadership skills to the next level?

If you are a returning pollworker, consider applying to become a Chief Inspector!

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Chief Inspectors manage the polling site, maintain order and supervise election inspectors. They are responsible for making sure all Election Day procedures are followed and troubleshoot issues throughout the day. 

Become a community leader and help your neighbors and community vote!

The Milwaukee Election Commission will provide all of the resources and training you need to be successful. You have direct access to our office on Election Day and we are here to help you succeed!

Qualifications

• You must have prior experience working as an Election Inspector.
• You must live in the CITY of Milwaukee.
• Be a U.S. Citizen
• Be 18 years old 
• Never have been convicted of a felony and not otherwise disqualified from voting 
• Be able to read and write fluently in the English language 
• Hold no public office
• Must have reliable transportation

Key Responsibilities 

• Complete all trainings, pick up materials and prep your location
• Manage a team of election inspectors
• Problem-solve any voting issues
• Maintain control of your sight, contact the Election Commission for questions and/or support
• Lead the end of night process
• Bring materials to assigned locations at the end of the day.

Skills and Abilities you need to be a great Chief

• Customer service and working with diverse populations
• Following rules, attention to detail, and be able to communicate clearly
• You will be moving around throughout the day, and may need to move equipment 
• Reliable transportation is important
• Be on time

Paid Training Requirement 

Chief Inspectors are required to attend 6 hours of training every two years.

Pay

Chief Inspectors are paid a $325 stipend for a full-day shift on Election Day and $15/hr for training. 

Ready for your next challenge? We are here to get you ready!  Click below to apply to become a Chief Inspector.

Apply Now!