County seeks 750 workers for 2025 election

Before the votes can be tallied, Strathcona County is counting on the community to apply for various roles to support the 2025 election. 

The next general municipal election will take place in October, with voters casting ballots for mayor, ward councillors and public or Catholic school trustees. The County is hiring about 750 workers for various roles on election day (October 20) and advance voting dates (October 6 to 18).  

“Working the election is a great way to support democracy in our community and helps ensure a smooth and efficient voting process,” said Jacqueline Roblin, Strathcona County Manager, Legislative Projects. “Every position is critical, and we appreciate every worker who helps to make election day a success." 

Positions include presiding deputy, assistant presiding deputy, ballot box attendant, ballot clerk, registration clerk, address clerk and door attendant.  

New for 2025 is the ballot counter position, which involves working an evening shift on election day starting around 7:30 p.m., until the count concludes. Ballot counters are required this year based on Government of Alberta legislation passed in 2024 banning the use of electronic vote tabulators in municipal elections.  

Worker compensation varies based on role and whether a person works on election day or during advance voting days.  Applicants must be at least 16 years of age, and hiring will remain open until all positions are filled.  

More information about positions, qualifications, compensation and application forms is available at strathcona.ca/WorktheElection. 



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