FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Prince George, B.C. – The City of Prince George is hiring for a number of paid positions to support advanced voting opportunities and general voting day for the upcoming municipal election on October 17, 2026. Applications are available on the City website and on the 5th floor of City Hall until July 31.
The City requires approximately 150 employees to work on general voting day. Positions include:
- Presiding election official (PEO). The PEO is responsible for ensuring the voting place operates properly and that all procedures under the Local Government Act and related bylaws are followed. The PEO receives a day rate of $550.
- Alternate presiding election official (APEO). The APEO assists the PEO in managing the voting place and ensuring it operates properly. If the PEO is absent, the APEO assumes all responsibilities. The APEO receives a day rate of $500.
- Election official (EO). EOs carry out required duties at voting places including registration or overseeing the voting machines. EOs receive a day rate of $320.
All election officials must be available from approximately 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. on the days they are scheduled to work. Hours will vary depending on the role the election official is assigned. All voting locations are open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on advance and general voting days.
Get more information about working the election, how to become a candidate, and how to vote on the City website.
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Media contact:
Kendall Robertson, senior communications advisor
Mobile: 778-349-5393
Email: media@princegeorge.ca