Applications to work the October 26 election will open on July 6.
You can play a vital role in delivering the largest municipal election in Canada! To successfully deliver the election, thousands of enthusiastic and dedicated people will work together and help Toronto vote on October 26.
A variety of election day job opportunities will be available on this page starting July 6.
To be eligible to apply for an election official position, you must meet the qualifications and eligibility criteria outlined in the job descriptions.
You are not eligible to work the October 26 election if you are:
- a candidate or registered third party advertiser,
- an immediate family member of a candidate, or
- actively working to support or oppose a candidate in the Toronto municipal election.
Access Officer
Reporting to the Managing Deputy Returning Officer (MDRO) or Deputy Returning Officer (DRO), the Access Officer is the first point of contact for many voters. Your role is to ensure that every voter is welcomed with respect and dignity. Whether you’re opening doors, guiding voters to an accessible entrance or assisting with elevators, you help make the voting place inclusive and barrier-free. Your friendly attentiveness and care ensure that everyone can participate fully in the democratic process.
To be eligible you must be:
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- 16 years of age on or before voting day.
Pay
Major Responsibilities:
- Assists with opening and closing the voting place.
- Posts and removes signage inside and outside of the voting place as directed by MDRO.
- Opening doors where there is no “push button”.
- Operating an elevator.
- Directing voters to the accessible entrance and voting room.
- Assisting voters with disabilities, if they request help, and ensuring eligible voters are able to exercise their right to vote.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the MDRO.
- Performs duties and follows procedures in accordance with instruction and resource material provided
Key Qualifications
- Successful completion of all assigned mandatory training.
- Must communicate in easy-to-understand English while greeting and directing voters.
- Must be able to assist with the setup and takedown of the voting place which may include lifting up to 55+ pounds.
- Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
- Must have excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor to communicate with voters in a friendly and courteous manner and support voters who require assistance.
- Must consistently demonstrate good judgement and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to work well as part of a team.
- Must be able to set aside personal political preferences and deal with voters in a non-partisan manner while conducting the election.
- Second language is an asset.
- Experience working in a city of Toronto municipal election preferred.
Time Commitment:
- Training: Approximately 2.5 hours (in-person, online, and material review)
- Election Day: October 26, 2026, from 8 a.m. until dismissed by MDRO (approximately 9 p.m.)
Customer Service Officer
Reporting to the Managing Deputy Returning Officer (MDRO) or Deputy Returning Officer (DRO), the Customer Service Officer is responsible for helping voters feel welcomed and informed from the moment they arrive. You ensure they are ready to vote and have their identification in hand; you guide them through the voting place and direct them to the correct team member. Your calm, friendly, and courteous presence helps maintain an orderly flow and ensures that every voter receives respectful and accessible service.
To be eligible you must be:
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- 16 years of age on or before voting day.
Pay
Major Responsibilities:
- Assists with opening and closing the voting place.
- Posts and removes signage inside and outside of the voting place as directed by MDRO.
- Ensures that voters have a Voter Information Card and appropriate identification and directs them to the appropriate Election Official.
- Ensures all eligible voters can exercise their right to vote.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the MDRO.
- Performs duties and follows procedures in accordance with instruction and resource material provided.
Key Qualifications:
- Successful completion of all assigned mandatory training.
- Must communicate in easy-to-understand English while greeting and directing voters.
- Must be able to assist with the setup and takedown of the voting place which may include lifting up to 55+ pounds.
- Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
- Must have excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor to communicate with voters in a friendly and courteous manner and support voters who require assistance.
- Must consistently demonstrate good judgement and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to work well as part of a team.
- Must be able to set aside personal political preferences and deal with voters in a non-partisan manner while conducting the election.
- Second language is an asset.
- Experience working in a city of Toronto municipal election preferred.
Time Commitment:
- Training: Approximately 2.5 hours (in-person, online, and material review)
- Election Day: October 26, 2026, from 8 a.m. until dismissed by MDRO (approximately 9 p.m.)
Tabulator Deputy Returning Officer (Tabulator Officer)
Reporting to the Managing Deputy Returning Officer (MDRO), the Tabulator Officer helps ensure that every vote is counted accurately. You accept ballots from voters while maintaining the secrecy of their vote, operate the vote tabulator, and troubleshoot any issues that arise. Your discretion and focus help maintain the integrity of the election and provide voters with confidence in the process.
To be eligible you must be:
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- 16 years of age on or before voting day.
Pay
Major Responsibilities:
- Assists with opening and closing the voting place.
- Sets up and takes down the tabulator and ballot box (tabulator and case weigh approximately 55+ pounds).
- Ensures that the tabulator is operating properly throughout the day.
- Accepts ballots from voters and ensures that all ballots are correctly fed through the tabulator.
- Troubleshoots any issues with the tabulator.
- Assists voters as required.
- Ensures that results are successfully transmitted to Elections headquarters on election night.
- Performs other duties as assigned by MDRO.
- Performs duties and follows procedures in accordance with instruction and resource material provided.
Key Qualifications:
- Successful completion of all assigned mandatory training.
- Must communicate in easy-to-understand English while assisting voters.
- Must be able to assist with the set up and take down of the voting place which may include lifting up to 55+ pounds (tabulator weighs approximately 55 pounds with the case and supplies).
- Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
- Must be familiar with and be able to troubleshoot issues with automated equipment.
- Must have excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor to communicate with voters in a friendly and courteous manner and support voters who require assistance.
- Must consistently demonstrate good judgement and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to work well as part of a team.
- Must be able to set aside personal political preferences and deal with voters in a non-partisan manner.
- Second language is an asset.
- Experience working in a city of Toronto municipal election preferred.
Time Commitment:
- Training: Approximately 2.5 hours (in-person, online, and material review)
- Election Day: October 26, 2026, from 8 a.m. until dismissed by MDRO (approximately 9 p.m.)
Voter Assist Terminal Officer (VAT Officer)
Reporting to the MDRO, the Voter Assist Terminal Officer is responsible for supporting voters with disabilities by helping them use the Voter Assist Terminal (VAT). You will set up and operate the device, provide assistance when requested and ensure that every eligible voter can mark their ballot privately and independently. Your role helps make the election accessible and inclusive for all.
Note: Minimum commitment of four days of advance voting in addition to election day is required.
To be eligible you must be:
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- 16 years of age on or before voting day.
Pay
Major Responsibilities:
- Sets up the VAT to ensure it is ready for the opening of the voting place at 10a.m.
- Assists with opening and closing the voting place.
- Ensures eligible voters who wish to use the VAT are able to exercise their right to vote.
- Troubleshoots any issues with the VAT.
- Accurately completes “VAT Tracking Sheet” form.
- Performs Customer Service Officer duties upon request and assists with other duties as directed by the MDRO.
- Performs duties and follows procedures in accordance with instruction and resource material provided.
Key Qualifications:
- Previous experience as an election official is required; Toronto elections experience preferred.
- Successful completion of all assigned mandatory training.
- Must communicate in easy-to-understand English while assisting voters who wish to use the VAT.
- Must be able to assist with the set up and take down of the voting place which may include lifting up to 55+ pounds (Voter Assist Terminal weighs approximately 55 pounds with the case).
- Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
- Must be familiar with and able to troubleshoot issues with automated equipment.
- Must have excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor to communicate with voters in a friendly and courteous manner and support voters who require assistance.
- Must consistently demonstrate good judgement and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to work well as part of a team.
- Must be able to set aside personal political preferences and deal with voters in a non-partisan manner.
- Experience assisting people with disabilities is an asset.
- Second language is an asset.
Time Commitment:
- Training: Approximately 2.5 hours (in-person, online, and material review)
- Election Day: October 26, 2026, from 8 a.m. until dismissed by MDRO (approximately 9 p.m.)
Ballot Deputy Returning Officer (Ballot Officer)
Reporting to the Managing Deputy Returning Officer (MDRO) or Deputy Returning Officer (DRO), the Ballot Officer is responsible for one of the most important parts of the voting process: issuing ballots to eligible voters in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. You help ensure that each eligible voter receives the correct ballots, understands how to complete their ballot, and that the process is secure, fair, and efficient. Your calm, courteous approach helps voters feel at ease and confident as they prepare to mark their ballot.
To be eligible you must:
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Be 18 years of age on or before voting day.
Pay
Major Responsibilities:
- Assists with opening and closing the voting place.
- Verifies identification provided by voters.
- Locates voters and marks them as voted on the paper voters’ list.
- Administers oaths and declarations as required.
- Issues ballots to eligible voters.
- Completes forms neatly and accurately.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the MDRO.
- Performs duties and follows procedures in accordance with instruction and resource material provided.
Key Qualifications:
- Successful completion of all assigned mandatory training.
- Must communicate in easy-to-understand English while greeting and directing voters.
- Must be able to assist with the setup and takedown of the voting place which may include lifting up to 55+ pounds.
- Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
- Must have excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor to communicate with voters in a friendly and courteous manner and support voters who require assistance.
- Must consistently demonstrate good judgement and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to work well as part of a team.
- Must be able to set aside personal political preferences and deal with voters in a non-partisan manner while conducting the election.
- Second language is an asset.
- Experience working in a city of Toronto municipal election preferred.
Time Commitment:
- Training: Approximately 2.5 hours (in-person, online, and material review)
- Election Day: October 26, 2026, from 8 a.m. until dismissed by MDRO (approximately 9 p.m.)
Revising Deputy Returning Officer (Revising Officer)
Reporting to the Managing Deputy Returning Officer (MDRO) or Deputy Returning Officer (DRO), the Revising Officer is responsible for helping to maintain the accuracy of the voters’ list by following the established process in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. Whether adding a new voter, correcting details or removing outdated records, your work ensures that everyone who is eligible can vote. Your attention to detail and friendly support make a real difference in helping voters participate confidently.
To be eligible you must:
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Be 18 years of age on or before voting day.
Pay
Major Responsibilities:
- Assists with opening and closing the voting
- Verifies identification provided by voters.
- Processes “Applications for Revision to the Voters’ List” in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, and the procedures set out by the City Clerk.
- Completes forms neatly and accurately.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the MDRO.
- Performs duties and follows procedures in accordance with instruction and resource material provided.
Key Qualifications:
- Successful completion of all assigned mandatory training.
- Must communicate in easy-to-understand English while greeting and directing voters.
- Must be able to assist with the setup and takedown of the voting place which may include lifting up to 55+ pounds.
- Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
- Must have excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor to communicate with voters in a friendly and courteous manner and support voters who require assistance.
- Must consistently demonstrate good judgement and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to work well as part of a team.
- Must be able to set aside personal political preferences and deal with voters in a non-partisan manner while conducting the election.
- Second language is an asset.
- Experience working in a city of Toronto municipal election preferred.
Time Commitment:
- Training: Approximately 2.5 hours (in-person, online, and material review)
- Election Day: October 26, 2026, from 8 a.m. until dismissed by MDRO (approximately 9 p.m.)
Standby Officer – Election Day
Reporting to a Ward Centre, the Standby Officer will receive training for all voting place positions and be ready to step in wherever needed. You will arrive prepared to take on any role and support the voting place team within the Ward Centre boundaries and if required, may be deployed to adjoining wards. Your flexibility and readiness help ensure that every voting place is staffed and running smoothly, no matter what the day brings. Minimum pay if not deployed is indicated above; if deployed to fill a position that pays higher, pay will be adjusted accordingly. Failure to report to the Ward Centre by 8 a.m. on assigned workday or refusal to accept deployed position will result in the cancellation of the position.
To be eligible you must:
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Be 18 years of age on or before voting day.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and use of a vehicle and cell phone on election day.
Pay
- $300 (Pay will be adjusted if deployed to higher paying position)
Major Responsibilities:
- Prepares to fill any voting place position.
- Reports to the designated Ward Centre at 8 am on election day.
- If deployed, travels from Ward Centre to voting place.
- Assists with opening and closing the voting place if deployed.
- Performs duties and follows procedures in accordance with instruction and resource material
Key Qualifications:
- Successful completion of all assigned mandatory training.
- Must communicate in easy-to-understand English while greeting and directing voters.
- Must be able to assist with the setup and takedown of the voting place which may include lifting up to 55+ pounds (Voter Assist Terminal and tabulator weigh approximately 55 pounds with the case).
- Must be familiar with and able to troubleshoot issues with automated equipment.
- Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
- Must have excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor to communicate with voters in a friendly and courteous manner and support voters who require assistance.
- Must consistently demonstrate good judgement and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to work well as part of a team.
- Must be able to set aside personal political preferences and deal with voters in a non-partisan manner while conducting the election.
- Second language is an asset.
- Experience working in a city of Toronto municipal election preferred.
Time Commitment:
- Training: Approximately 3 hours (in-person, online, and material review)
- Election Day: October 26, 2026, 8 a.m. until dismissed by Ward Centre/M/DRO (approximately 9 p.m.)
Deputy Returning Officer (DRO)
Reporting to the designated Supervisor, the DRO is responsible for managing a small voting place and ensuring it runs smoothly in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. You will assist eligible voters by making accurate updates to the voters’ list, operating the vote tabulator, following all policies and procedures and troubleshooting any issues that arise. Your leadership and attention to detail help uphold the integrity and fairness of the election process.
To be eligible you must:
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Be 18 years of age on or before voting day.
- Use of a cell phone on election day.
Pay
Major Responsibilities:
- Connects with all voting place staff prior to voting day to ensure they will arrive on time.
- Arrives at the voting place at 8 a.m., manages set-up and ensures it opens promptly at 10 a.m.
- Supervises up to 4 staff in a small voting place.
- Ensures the safety of all voting place staff, voters and candidates’ representatives.
- Provides Supervisor with updates and advises when assistance is required (support, staffing, supplies, furniture, etc.).
- Requests replacement of absent voting place staff and provides temporary coverage for breaks.
- Supports the Supervisor to accurately complete the attendance and evaluation documents.
- Confirms the accessibility of the voting place.
- Assists voters as required.
- Processes “Applications for Revision to the Voters’ List” in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, and the procedures set out by the City Clerk.
- Sets up and takes down the tabulator and ballot box (tabulator and case weighs approximately 55+ pounds) and ensures the tabulator is operating properly throughout the day.
- Ensures eligible voters are able to exercise their right to vote.
- Accepts ballots from voters and ensures that all ballots are correctly fed through the tabulator.
- Signs in scrutineers, administers appropriate oaths and monitors scrutineer activities.
- Manages voting place staff and provides direction and assistance, when required.
- Ensures the voting location is free of any candidate campaign materials.
- Ensures all voting place procedures are followed and that forms are accurately completed and signed.
- Performs duties and follows procedures in accordance with instruction and resource material provided at mandatory training session.
- Ensures that results are successfully transmitted to Elections headquarters on election night.
- Closes the voting place at 8 p.m. and completes closing procedures.
Key Qualifications:
- Previous experience as an election official is required; Toronto elections experience preferred.
- Supervisory and/or leadership experience, including managing, coaching and engaging a diverse workforce, promoting and fostering effective teamwork is preferred.
- Successful completion of all assigned mandatory training.
- Strong interpersonal communication (verbal and written) and problem-solving skills to resolve issues and communicate solutions to staff and the public in easy-to-understand English.
- Must be able to complete forms neatly and accurately.
- Must be able to assist with the set up and take down of the voting place which may include lifting up to 55+ pounds and must be able to sit/stand for extended periods of time.
- Must have excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor to communicate with voters in a friendly and courteous manner and support voters who require assistance.
- Must consistently demonstrate good judgement and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to set aside personal political preferences and assist voters and candidates in a non-partisan manner while conducting the election.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Second language is an asset.
Time Commitment:
- Training: Approximately 3 hours (in-person, online, and material review)
- Election Day: October 26, 2026, from 8 a.m. until dismissed by Voting Place Supervisor (approximately 9 p.m.)
Managing Deputy Returning Officer (MDRO)
Reporting to the designated Supervisor, the Managing Deputy Returning Officer (MDRO) takes on a leadership role, overseeing a large voting place and supporting the entire team. You ensure that policies and procedures are followed in accordance with the Municipal Elections Act, 1996. You assist staff, voters and scrutineers, troubleshoot any issues that arise, and maintain a secure and accessible environment. Your guidance and professionalism help create a voting experience that is fair, respectful and efficient for everyone involved.
To be eligible you must:
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Be 18 years of age on or before voting day.
- Use of a cell phone on election day.
Pay
Major Responsibilities:
- Connects with all voting place staff prior to voting day to ensure they arrive on time.
- Arrives at the voting place at 8 a.m., manages set-up and ensures it opens promptly at 10 a.m.
- Supervises up to 12 staff in a large voting place.
- Ensures the safety of all voting place staff, voters and candidates’ representatives.
- Provides Supervisor with updates and advises when assistance is required (support, staffing, supplies, furniture, etc).
- Requests replacement of absent voting place staff and provides temporary coverage for breaks.
- Supports the Supervisor to accurately complete the attendance and evaluation documents.
- Confirms the accessibility of the voting place.
- Handles proxy votes and deals with cancelled and declined ballots.
- Signs in scrutineers, administers appropriate oaths and monitors scrutineer activities.
- Ensure eligible voters are able to exercise their right to vote.
- Manages voting place staff and provides direction and assistance, when required.
- Ensures the voting location is free of any candidate campaign materials.
- Ensures all voting place procedures are followed and that forms are accurately completed and signed.
- Performs duties and follows procedures in accordance with instruction and resource material provided at mandatory training session.
- Closes the voting place at 8 p.m. and completes closing procedures.
Key Qualifications:
- Previous experience as an election official is required; Toronto elections experience preferred.
- Supervisory and/or leadership experience, including managing, coaching and engaging a diverse workforce, promoting and fostering effective teamwork is preferred.
- Successful completion of all assigned mandatory training.
- Strong interpersonal communication (verbal and written) and problem-solving skills to resolve issues and communicate solutions to staff and the public in easy-to-understand English.
- Must be able to complete forms neatly and accurately.
- Must be able to assist with the set up and take down of the voting place which may include lifting up to 55+ pounds and must be able to sit/stand for extended periods of time.
- Must have excellent customer service skills and a professional demeanor to communicate with voters in a friendly and courteous manner and support voters who require assistance.
- Must consistently demonstrate good judgement and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to set aside personal political preferences and assist voters and candidates in a non-partisan manner while conducting the election.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Second language is an asset.
Time Commitment:
- Training: Approximately 3 hours (in-person, online, and material review)
- Election Day: October 26, 2026, from 8 a.m. until dismissed by Voting Place Supervisor (approximately 9p.m.)
Applying Online
If you do not have access to a computer or internet to apply online, attend a virtual interview or complete online training, there may be equipment and access available to you through the Toronto Public Library, Toronto Employment Social Services locations or community employment hubs. If you require assistance, call the Toronto Elections recruitment line at 416-338-1111 and press 2, or TTY 711 (relay service).
