Are Election Inspectors Volunteers?
No, the County pays Election Inspectors for their training and service.
Can anyone be an Election Inspector?
Any registered voter who is enrolled as a voter in Saratoga County can be an Election Inspector. Election Inspectors are also required to speak, read, and write the English Language. Please see our Qualifications section (link) for more information.
Does it require a lot of training to be an Election Inspector?
Election Inspectors are required to attend in-person training and testing every year. A flexible training schedule is held at the Board of Elections office. Classes last approximately two hours. Election Inspectors are paid for attending training.
What days and hours do Election Inspectors work?
The polls are open on Election Day 6am-9pm. The polls are open during Early Voting either 9am-5pm or 12pm-8pm. Inspectors are required to arrive 30 minutes prior to the polls opening and stay until after the polls close.
Will I be working with experienced Election Inspectors?
Yes, new inspectors will be assigned to work with experienced inspectors.
Where will I be assigned to work?
You will have the opportunity to indicate your poll site and/or town preference when you fill out your inspector paperwork during training.
