ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Chief Election Officer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

City of Cambridge

Election Workers

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$22.50/hr

The Warden is the Chief Election Officer at the polling place with responsibility for supervising and monitoring the work of the other election officers. The Warden maintains order, prevents ...

Commonwealth Museum

As the third-ranking constitutional officer in Massachusetts, the Secretary of the Commonwealth serves as the chief election officer, chief information officer, and chief securities regulator in ...

Secretary of State

Certificate Specialist

Boston, MA · On-site

$42K/yr

As the third-ranking constitutional officer in Massachusetts, the Secretary of the Commonwealth serves as the chief election officer, chief information officer, and chief securities regulator in ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsChief Election Officer Jobs

Chief Election Officer information

See salary details

$41.5K

$151.2K

$269.5K

How much do chief election officer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief election officer in the United States is $151,203.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,500.00 and $185,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What cities are hiring for Chief Election Officer jobs?

Cities with the most Chief Election Officer job openings:

What states have the most Chief Election Officer jobs?

States with the most job openings for Chief Election Officer jobs include:

What are popular job titles related to Chief Election Officer jobs?

For Chief Election Officer jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:

Infographic showing various Chief Election Officer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,203 per year, or $72.7 per hour.

Election Workers

Cambridge, MA

City Of Cambridge Massachusetts
See more jobs at City Of Cambridge Massachusettsexternal

$22.50/hr

Temporary

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Warden:
The Warden is the Chief Election Officer at the polling place with responsibility for supervising and monitoring the work of the other election officers. The Warden maintains order, prevents interference with the voting process, ensures that all required materials are available, assists voters, and oversees the accurate completion of all election forms.

Clerk:
The Clerk keeps a record of all facts relating to the election proceedings and notes any unusual happenings during the conduct of the election. The Clerk assumes the responsibilities of the Warden in the Warden's absence.

Inspector:
Inspectors perform election duties under the direction of the Warden and Clerk, including but not limited to, checking voters' names at the Check-In and Check-Out Tables, and handing ballots to voters.

Tabulation Center Inspector:

The tabulation center inspectors perform duties, including but not limited to, tallying and sorting ballots. These inspectors will be assigned to work at the election tabulation site and should be available to work from 7:30 p.m. to approximately 12 a.m. on Election Day.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Be available to work Election Day from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the assigned polling place or 7:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. at the election tabulation center;
  • Dedication, efficiency, patience, and friendliness are assets.

RATE: (rate depending on position assigned on election day)

  • $22.50/hr - Warden & Clerk position
  • $19.70/hr - Inspector position

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Fill out the Election Worker Application (click on link to complete application) and return it to the Cambridge Election Commission:

  • In person or by mail: Cambridge Election Commission, 51 Inman Street, Cambridge, MA 02139
  • By email: elections@cambridgema.gov
  • By fax: 617-349-4366
Employment Type: Temporary

Apply