The Student Election Officer Program is an ideal opportunity for students to both participate and learn the value of civic participation and democracy.

Student Election Officer Brochure
Parent/Teacher Letter 
Student Nomination Form 

What is the Student Election Officer Program?

In 1998, the California Legislature adopted provisions which allow students meeting particular requirements, to work at the polls on Election Day.

What Does a Student Election Officer Do?

Student Election Officers perform the same tasks of adult Election Officers. After attending Election Officer training, the Student Election Officer is assigned to a Vote Center. They will receive an appointment letter indicating the name and location of their assigned Vote Center along with other important information. All Election Officers are responsible for assisting with Vote Center set-up on Election Eve and must work all day on Election Day. On Election Day, all Election Officers must report to the Vote Center by 6:00 a.m. Lunch and other break times are coordinated throughout the day. Vote Centers close at 8:00 p.m. Ending time may vary depending on voter volume at closing and may require staff to assist with Vote Center breakdown.

Who is Eligible?

Riverside County students of Public and Private schools, meeting the following criteria:

• Attending school in a participating school district
• Have at least a 2.5 GPA
• Have a completed Nomination Form on file with the Registrar of Voters Office