Election Inspectors

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Inspectors provide essential assistance to the public as needed during the voting process. Inspectors are assigned to polling sites in bi-partisan teams and must attend training and pass a test every year.

If you are interested in working as an inspector contact:

Republicans contact John Fernandes at 585 753-1523 or Ashley Roose at 585 753-1534.
Democrats, for city inspectors contact Linda Cummings by e-mail or call 585 753-1555.
Democrats, for town inspectors contact Abigail Freeman by e-mail or call 585 753-1539.

Resources for Election Inspectors

2011 Ballot Essentials Handbook (2,725k pdf)

2011 Essentials of the BMD Handbook (3,902k pdf)

2011 Inspector Coordinator Handbook (1,092k pdf)

2011 Calendar of Inspector Training Classes (420k pdf)

2011 Inspector Handbook (12,148k pdf)

2011 Site Chair Handbook (8,309k pdf)

Meal Breaks

During the day, there will be slower intervals, usually in mid-morning and mid-afternoon. Inspectors should take meal breaks during these times. All inspectors should be present at the election district from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. While each team of inspectors may set different times, the Board recommends that inspectors’ meal times not take over one hour. The Chairperson should enforce the same amount of time for each inspector.

Inspector Pay

Inspectors are paid for their election day service by the county in which they serve, in an amount fixed by the county legislative body. In Monroe County, the County Legislature sets the pay. Inspectors must be paid for attending required training schools.
The Board of Elections does NOT directly pay inspectors. The Board can confirm if any inspector worked, but questions about pay should be directed to the City or Town Clerks. Checks generally are sent within 4–6 weeks after the election. Their phone numbers are: