The Montgomery County Board of Elections needs poll judges and workers for the upcoming primary election and will participate in the Help America Vote Day on Tuesday, Jan. 30. This nationwide initiative, established by the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, calls on citizens to play an integral role in the election process by registering as election workers.
The primary focus of Help America Vote Day revolves around inspiring individuals to become poll workers, fostering inclusivity, and ensuring equitable elections. Those interested in participating in this paid volunteer position should be registered voters in the State of Maryland, proficient in English, and ineligible to hold or campaign for public or party office. Additionally, they should not serve as campaign managers or treasurers for any campaign finance entity.
Due to the diversity within the county, the Montgomery County Board of Elections also needs voters who speak multiple languages. Voters fluent in both English and Spanish are especially needed in each polling place to meet the requirements of Section 203 of the 1975 Voting Rights Act which stipulates a bilingual Spanish speaker be available..
Students 16 years old or older are eligible to register to vote and serve as poll workers. Each minor must demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the Maryland State Board of Elections, that they meet all qualifications for registration in the State. Students serving as poll workers may choose Student Service Learning (SSL) credits in lieu of the stipend.
How to Become a Poll Worker
Apply by phone by texting SERVE to 77788 and follow the instructions. Apply online by visiting the Montgomery County Board of Elections website at www.777vote.org, then select “Election Workers” tab, then select “Getting Started” tab”.
Interested individuals can apply in person at one of the following locations on Tuesday, Jan 30, during the following time slots:
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Montgomery County Board of Elections
18753 North Frederick Avenue, Suite 210, Gaithersburg
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Marilyn J. Praisner Library
14910 Old Columbia Pike, Burtonsville
Rockville Memorial Library
21 Maryland Avenue, Rockville
Wheaton Library
11701 Georgia Avenue, Wheaton
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Brigadier General Charles E. McGee (Silver Spring) Library
900 Wayne Avenue, Silver Spring
Connie Morella (Bethesda) Library
7400 Arlington Road, Bethesda
Gaithersburg Library
18330 Montgomery Village Avenue, Gaithersburg
