Election Workers
Election inspectors play a vital role in ensuring that Farmington elections are administered accurately, securely, and professionally. The City welcomes dependable community members who enjoy helping others and are interested in serving their community.
Serve Your Community
Become an Election Inspector
Help voters, support the election process, and be part of Farmington’s Election Day team.
Apply to Work an Election
Compensation
$175 for a full Election Day assignment
Election inspectors also receive a paid training stipend. A typical Election Day assignment may run from approximately 6:00 a.m. until all closing responsibilities are completed.
Requirements
Election inspectors must:
- Be a registered voter in Michigan.
- Interact with voters in a professional, patient, and friendly manner.
- Complete all required training before working an election.
- Not be a candidate or an immediate relative of a candidate appearing on the ballot.
- Not have a felony or election-crime conviction.
- Declare a recognized political party affiliation on the application.
Political Party Affiliation
Michigan election law requires political party representation on precinct boards. Applicants must select a recognized political party on the application. “Independent” is not a recognized political party designation for election inspector appointments.
What Election Inspectors Do
Assist Voters
Welcome voters, provide instructions, answer questions, and help ensure an accessible and positive voting experience.
Process Voters
Verify voter information, use the electronic poll book, issue ballots, and document required election activity.
Protect the Process
Follow election procedures, maintain voter privacy, reconcile records, and assist with opening and closing the polling location.
Application and Assignment Process
1. Submit an Application
Complete the Election Inspector Application in your own handwriting and return it to the Farmington City Clerk’s Office.
2. Join the Inspector List
Approved applicants are added to the City’s election inspector list. Placement on the list does not guarantee an assignment for every election.
3. Receive an Invitation
Before each election, the Clerk’s Office contacts inspectors regarding availability. Assignments are based on election needs, experience, staffing levels, and required party balance.
4. Complete Training
All assigned inspectors must attend the required training session. Assignment information and training details are provided by email before the election.
Substitute Inspectors
Substitute inspectors are also needed. Even when an inspector does not initially receive a regular assignment, the Clerk’s Office may contact them if another worker becomes unavailable or additional staffing is needed.
Election Inspector Resources
Return Your Application
Farmington City Clerk
23600 Liberty Street
Farmington, MI 48335
Questions may be directed to 248-474-5500 or farmingtonclerk@farmgov.com.