In the run up to elections, on the day of poll itself, and post-election for the counting of votes, the returning officer for Lichfield District needs to recruit temporary staff to various clerical jobs.
We hold a list of people who are interested in applying for these roles and if suitably qualified will contact them via email at the appropriate time to ascertain their availability on the required dates.
If you would like to be considered for these positions, please complete this form.
Jobs being recruited to and dates for 2023 elections include:
- Postal vote opening – dates throughout April to May
- Presiding officer –required 6.30am to 11pm 4 May (plus training in April)
- Poll clerk - required 7am to 10pm 4 May (plus training in April)
- Overnight Verification assistant – required overnight 4-5 May
- Count assistant –required all day 5 May
All new employees are required to demonstrate their entitlement to work in the UK and will need to produce one of the following when requested to do so:
- A valid Passport.
- A full birth certificate issued in the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man or Ireland accompanied by an official document giving the applicants permanent National Insurance Number.
- A residence permit, registration certificate or document certifying or indicating permanent residence.
- Other forms of entitlement may be acceptable, please contact the Electoral Services Office for information.
If you have any questions, please email us or call us on 01543 308065 (office hours only)
