Get involved - Staff Recruitment
Election Staff
Elections are usually on the first Thursday of May each year, although sometimes staff are required for unscheduled elections at short notice. These roles may have fixed or variable hours and will be advised at the time of recruitment. On election day we need:
- Presiding Officers (pdf, 66kb)
- Poll Clerks (pdf, 66kb)
- Counting Assistants (pdf, 62kb)
You can find out more about what is involved with each role by clicking on the link, which will show you the job description.
The rates of pay for election staff vary depending on the job role. However, rates are paid at the same level across Hampshire and are agreed by the Hampshire and Isle of Wight election fees working party.
The 2023/24 fee structure can be found on the right hand side of this page.