We're hiring election workers for the 2026 General Local Election
Election workers play an important role in ensuring residents can cast their ballots with confidence.
The Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) is recruiting election workers for the 2026 general local election.
Election workers play an important role in ensuring residents can cast their ballots with confidence. If you're interested in supporting your community while earning extra income, we'd love to hear from you.
Why apply?
- Paid positions - compensation ranges depending on the position.
- Training provided
- No previous election experience required for Election Official positions
- Make a meaningful contribution to your community
Positions available
We're recruiting for the following paid positions:
- Election Official (EO): No previous election experience required ($23/hour).
- Alternate Presiding Election Official (APEO): Previous election experience required ($28/hour).
- Presiding Election Official (PEO): Previous election experience required ($35/hour).
When you'll work
Election workers are needed for:
- Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026: Advance voting
- Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026: Advance voting
- Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026: General voting day
Election workers should be available from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on the days they are assigned.
Where you'll work
Voting locations include:
Electoral Area East
- Ellison Fire Hall, 4411 Old Vernon Rd., Kelowna
- Joe Rich Community Hall, 11481 Highway 33, Kelowna
Electoral Area West
- Killiney Beach Community Hall, 514 Udell Rd., Vernon
- TownePlace Suites by Marriott, 3551 Carrington Rd., West Kelowna
Apply by Aug. 1
Complete the Election Official Application Form and email it to elections@rdco.com by Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026.
To learn more about the available positions, eligibility requirements and the application process, visit yoursay.rdco.com/election2026.
