Election Inspectors ensure fair, honest elections and protect the rights and privacy of every voter in accordance with New York State Election Law. Election Inspectors are registered voters who declare to work for either the Democratic or Republican Party on Election Day. Spanish Interpreters are non-partisan workers who provide Spanish translation services to voters.
Stay tuned for new training resources in Spring 2025!
Election Inspector Payroll (PDF)
Qualifications
Election Inspectors must be registered voters in Monroe County and be willing to declare to work for either the Democratic or Republican Party on Election Day. They must be able to speak, read and write the English Language. They also must have a valid email address for communicating with the Board of Elections Training Team.
Work Hours
All Inspectors work on General Election Day in November from 5:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Some Inspectors will also work for a Primary or a Special Election, usually 5:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Inspectors may also sign up to work Early Voting days. All Inspectors will be given breaks throughout the day, including a lunch break.
Training & Support
Training and testing is required for Election Inspectors every year. Trainings are held at the Board of Elections Service Center in the months leading up to the Primary and General Election, at varying times and dates. Training classes run about 2 hours. Election Inspectors who work on Election Day are paid for attending their training.
There are multiple Inspectors working at each polling place. The majority of Inspectors in Monroe County return to work on Election Day every year, so you will likely be surrounded by veteran Inspectors at your polling place. Additionally, each polling place is assigned a Site Chair from each party who is an experienced Election Inspector that supervises the site and can answer questions.
Contact the Training Team
General Inquiries
Training Team: [email protected]
Payment Inquiries
Finance Department: [email protected]
Republican Contacts:
Office Number: (585)753-1558
Diane Gibson: [email protected] (Supervisor)
Paul Wagner: [email protected]
Democratic Contacts:
Office Number: (585) 753-1571
Carla Williams: [email protected] (Supervisor)
Emily Brzac: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Election Inspectors Volunteers? No, the county pays Election Inspectors for their training and service.
Can anyone be an Election Inspector? What are the qualifications? Any registered voter who is enrolled in the Democratic or Republican Party can be an Election Inspector. They are also required to speak, read and write the English Language.
Does it require a lot of training to be an Election Inspector? They are required to be trained and tested every year. A flexible training schedule is held throughout the County. Classes last approximately 2 hours long. If Election Inspectors work on General Election Day they are paid for attending training.
What Days and Hours do Election Inspectors work? All Election Inspectors work on General Election Day in November from 5:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Some Inspectors are asked to work for a Primary or a Special Election 5:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m. Inspectors may also sign up to be selected to work Early Voting days.
Election Day is a long day, what if I can't work the whole day? Sometimes substitute Inspectors are needed to fill in for part of the day. Each municipality has different rules regarding this. You may call for more information.
Will I be working with experienced Election Inspectors? Yes, there are four (4) inspectors working at each voting site. 3,200 Election Inspectors serve at almost 800 districts in Monroe County. About 75% return faithfully year after year. So the majority are trained and experienced.
Do Election Inspectors get time off during the day? Yes, Election Inspectors should take time off during the day to eat a meal and to vote. They may leave their site with at least one of each party remaining.
Will I be working at my own voting location? If there is an opening, yes, otherwise you will be placed as close to your own district as possible.
What if I am on SSI, unemployment or concerned about tax consequences? Each person’s circumstances are unique and therefore they must check with their own advisors. However, Election Day workers in most cases are exempt from tax deductions (i.e., social security, Medicare, etc.).
