Poll Worker Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Company Description
Department Background
The mission of the Department of Elections (Department) is to provide equitable access to voting and election-related services and to conduct free, fair, and functional elections for the City and County of San Francisco. Department staff work year-round to ensure that every eligible San Franciscan has easy access to safe, barrier-free registration and voting options. The Department also works continuously to improve its elections programs with the goal of making them ever more efficient and responsive to the needs of San Francisco voters.
The Department strives to cultivate a workplace environment in which employees of all racial and ethnic backgrounds feel respected, valued, and supported in providing the fairest and most effective services possible to San Francisco residents. The Department is committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace and to providing the training and resources necessary for all employees to succeed in delivering equitable services to city residents.
The Department is committed to reaching job seekers of all backgrounds. Everyone, including job seekers from underrepresented communities, is strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Description
Position Description:
In preparation for the November 3, 2026, Consolidated General Election, the Department is seeking applications for seasonal positions as Poll Worker Dispatch and Ballot Delivery Drivers (1402 Junior Clerk).
Under immediate supervision, employees in these positions perform driving, delivery, dispatch, and basic clerical duties in support of Election Day operations. The primary assignment involves transporting standby poll workers and election supplies between City Hall and polling places throughout San Francisco. Employees may also be assigned to deliver and retrieve ballots and related election materials as part of the Department's Emergency Ballot Delivery Program.
The position requires employees to safely operate a City vehicle, follow assigned routes and instructions, use a smartphone for navigation and communication, maintain contact with Department staff while in the field, and accurately complete assigned deliveries and pickups.
While the primary assignment is on Election Day, November 3, 2026, employees may also be assigned to perform election-related duties before and after Election Day based on the Department's operational needs.
In addition to the range of duties assigned to the 1402 Junior Clerk classification (https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=1402&setId=COMMN), employees in these positions may perform the following essential duties and responsibilities:

1. Safely operate a City sedan, van, or other assigned vehicle to transport standby poll workers, ballots, election supplies, and other materials to and from designated locations throughout San Francisco.
2. Transport standby poll workers from City Hall to polling places requiring additional staffing and return poll workers or materials to designated locations as directed.
3. Deliver and retrieve ballots and related election materials from voters participating in the Department's Emergency Ballot Delivery Program according to established procedures.
4. Follow assigned routes, schedules, delivery instructions, and established procedures while completing field assignments.
5. Use a smartphone and navigation applications to locate polling places, voter addresses, and other assigned destinations and to communicate with Department staff.
6. Maintain communication with Poll Worker Dispatch staff and promptly report delays, transportation issues, completed assignments, or other circumstances affecting assigned deliveries or pickups.
7. Handle and transport ballots, election materials, and supplies carefully and according to established Department procedures.
8. Maintain routine delivery, pickup, dispatch, or other basic records as instructed.
9. Load, unload, carry, and distribute election supplies and materials associated with assigned deliveries and pickups.
10. Assist with Poll Worker Dispatch operations, including basic clerical, organizational, and logistical tasks, as assigned.
11. Assist with Voting Center line management, provide polling place support as a poll worker, or assist with other Election Day assignments as needed.
12. Perform other basic clerical, election-related, and post-election tasks as assigned based on operational needs.

Position Schedule and Hours:
A mandatory paid 4-hour training will be held on October 29, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
The primary work assignment is on Election Day, November 3, 2026, with a start time of 5:00 AM at City Hall, where drivers will receive instructions and supplies. The length of the Election Day assignment will depend on operational needs.
Employees may also be scheduled to work before or after Election Day based on the Department's operational needs. Work hours may vary and may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime. Overtime hours are paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate.
Work will involve extensive driving throughout San Francisco and frequent entry into and exit from an assigned vehicle. Employees must be comfortable driving for extended periods while safely navigating City streets, locating unfamiliar addresses, and completing multiple assignments throughout the workday.
The position also requires prolonged periods of sitting, frequent use of a smartphone for navigation and communication, and the ability to lift and handle election supplies and materials weighing up to 22 pounds.
This is a temporary exempt, as-needed position. Temporary exempt as-needed employees who have worked more than 1,040 hours in any consecutive 12-month period and whose normal workweek at the time of inclusion in the system is not less than 20 hours may be eligible for health coverage and retirement benefits. Additional information regarding City and County of San Francisco benefits is available through the Department of Human Resources website at: https://careers.sf.gov/benefits/.
Position Salary: $29.55 per hour
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
Six (6) months of clerical experience including preparing and maintaining a variety of records and/or documents, filing, use of office equipment, public contact and processing of incoming and outgoing mail.
Substitution:
Any one of the following may substitute for the required experience:
Completion of 15 semester units (or equivalent quarter units) of coursework from an accredited college or university; OR
Completion of a clerical training program (240 hours); OR
Completion of an approved City and County of San Francisco Clerical Administrative training program.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:

1. Experience driving and parking regularly throughout San Francisco.
2. Strong knowledge of San Francisco streets and neighborhoods or demonstrated ability to navigate efficiently using navigation applications.
3. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, assigned routes, and delivery procedures accurately.
4. Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately complete multiple deliveries, pickups, or other assignments.
5. Ability to work independently in the field while maintaining regular communication with Department staff.
6. Strong time-management skills and ability to respond to changing assignments and priorities as directed in a fast-paced Election Day environment.
7. Dependability, punctuality, and a strong commitment to safe driving.
8. Experience using smartphones, navigation applications, and electronic forms.
9. Ability to work effectively and professionally with poll workers, voters, Department staff, and members of the public.
10. Basic knowledge of how to respond to common vehicle issues, such as a dead battery or flat tire.

Additional Requirement: Because driving is an essential function of this assignment, applicants must:
1. Have a valid California driver's license and a driving record that meets the requirements below:

1. 1. Have no more than 2 points within the last 3 years and no more than 1 point within the last year.
   2. Have no DUI, reckless driving, or endangerment violations within the last 10 years.
2. Be comfortable driving a sedan and/or van for extended periods throughout San Francisco.
3. Be able to safely navigate San Francisco streets and locate assigned destinations.
4. Be able to use a smartphone for navigation and communication.
5. Be able to lift and handle election supplies and materials weighing up to 22 pounds.

Successful candidates will be required to present a valid California driver's license and provide a current copy of their DMV driving record before an offer of employment can be made.
To be considered for this position, applications must be received by 5 p.m., September 4, 2026.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the Elections Hiring Team at elections.careers@sfgov.org.
Additional Information
Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About The Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Veterans Preference
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

Carol Isen - Human Resources Director
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.