Election Inspector Information

Election Inspector Requirements

Are you interested in learning more about elections? Apply to be an Election Inspector and get paid to be part of the democratic process! It’s also a great way to get involved in the community and meet new people.

APPLY HERE!

Or print this form, complete and return to the Office of the City Clerk.

Requirements:

• You must be a registered Michigan voter
• You must declare a Political Party Affiliation (on the application)
• You must complete required training(s) – these are paid!

Positions

Precinct Inspectors: assigned to one of the 40 precincts located within the City of Sterling Heights. Election Day shift starts at 6:00 AM to approximately 9:00 PM (with breaks). Inspectors set up the precinct, process and assist voters, close the polls and clean up. This position pays $220.00/day.

• Inspectors can attend additional training to learn how to verify voter’s identity and process voters on the laptop computer. This position pays $260.00/day.
• Leadership roles at the precinct are also available for those with experience and training; Chairpersons and Co-Chairpersons are required to attend Receiving Board at the end of the night.

Receiving Board Inspectors: work in pairs (one Republican and one Democrat) to check paperwork returned at the end of the night from precincts; Receiving Board shifts start at 7:30 PM to approximately 11:00 PM. 

Election Intern Requirements

Are you 16 or 17 years of age and interested in getting involved in elections? The City of Sterling Heights hires Election Interns! Apply above and get paid for community service.

Requirements:

• Must be 16 or 17 years old
• Must submit a completed work permit signed by their school
• Must attend mandatory training (paid)
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Election Day hours are 10:00 am – 8:00 pm and work assignments will be located at a precinct in Sterling Heights. Interns are paid $150/day.