Los Angeles County officials announced Monday that they are actively recruiting bilingual volunteers to staff Vote Centers for the upcoming November 3 general election. The Registrar‑Recorder/County Clerk’s office, led by Dean C. Logan, is looking for community members who can speak English and one of several high‑need languages, including Japanese, Korean, Khmer, Chinese, Tagalog, Thai, Armenian, Farsi, Vietnamese, Russian, Gujarati, Urdu, Hindi, Lao and Mongolian.
Why bilingual workers matter
Logan emphasized that election workers are essential to delivering an accessible voting experience across the county. “We encourage bilingual community members to join our team to serve their community in a meaningful way, assist voters in their preferred language, and help every voter participate in the democratic process with confidence,” he said.
Compensation and training
All selected workers will receive training before the election and can earn up to $1,080 for their service during the election period. In addition, a supplemental stipend is available for those who can read, write and speak one of the county’s supported languages, recognizing the added value of full‑language proficiency.
How to apply
Interested residents can apply online at LAVOTE.GOV. The website provides details on eligibility, required language skills, training schedules and the application process. The county encourages anyone who meets the language criteria to consider the role, noting that volunteers will help ensure that all voters, regardless of language background, can cast their ballots without barriers.
Election context
The November 3 ballot will include federal, state and local races, making the role of election workers critical to a smooth and orderly voting day. By staffing Vote Centers with bilingual staff, the county aims to reduce wait times, improve voter confidence and uphold the constitutional right to vote for all residents of Los Angeles County.
Community leaders and local organizations have praised the outreach effort, noting that it aligns with the county’s broader commitment to inclusivity and civic participation. As the election approaches, officials expect a strong response from multilingual volunteers eager to support their neighborhoods.
Original reporting: NBC4 Los Angeles — read the source article.
