The Humboldt County Elections Office tells us that they’re going to need in the neighborhood of 450 temp workers to run the March 3 primary. Currently, they only have somewhere between 200 and 250 people signed up.

Be a poll worker! You can collect a little cash and do your bit for democracy.

Press release with sign-up directions from the Elections Office:

Elections are historical. Be a part of the action and serve in the polls on Election Day, Tuesday, March 3.

Earn up to $96, plus bonus money for attending training.

Eligible Poll Workers must be a: (1) registered voter, (2) legal permanent resident, or (3) high school student age 16 or older with a 2.5 GPA.

Complete your poll worker application today. For more information, visit the Humboldt County Office of Elections Poll Worker webpage. Feel free to contact Lucinda Jackson with questions (ljackson@co.humboldt.ca.us / 707-445-7481).