King County Elections officials need 700 individuals to fill nearly 4,000 poll worker positions.

Bilingual speaking poll workers are needed throughout King County to provide language assistance to Chinese voters with limited English proficiency.

Poll workers are responsible for opening and closing the polls and issuing ballots to voters. Workers receive a three-hour, paid training prior to Election Day, and the position requires attentiveness and a commitment to helping people navigate the election process.

Poll workers in King County receive $125.09 for their service on Election Day, which begins at 6 a.m. and ends once the poll closing procedures are completed, around 9 p.m.

Individuals should call the Poll Worker Coordination Office at 206-296-1606. For more information on working for King County Elections or information on the ballot measures and candidates, visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elections/.