At a Glance
- Tasks: Welcome voters, provide guidance, and ensure a smooth voting experience.
- Company: Join the City of Kingston, where community building is our mission.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health coverage, and flexible work arrangements.
- Other info: Gain valuable experience and contribute to local democracy.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in your community during the 2026 Municipal Election.
- Qualifications: Strong customer service skills; high school preferred.
The predicted salary is between 11.7 - 14.3 £ per hour.
For the 2026 Municipal Election, the greeter/demonstrator reports to the site supervisor and acts as the first point of contact for the voting place, greeting and directing voters as they enter, and helping where required. One greeter/demonstrator is assigned to each voting place on advance voting days and voting day. Potential hours of work are as follows:
- Friday, October 16 from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Saturday, October 17 from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Monday, October 26 from 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Successful candidates may be hired to work a maximum of two of the above dates. Greeter/demonstrators must attend a one-hour training session between September 28 and October 14, 2026. A handbook will be provided at the training that summarises greeter/demonstrator duties and the procedures to be followed before and during voting day.
What you'll do:
- Confirming that voters have their Voter Information Letter and required identification.
- Determining whether a voter is in the correct voting place, and if they are not, direct them to their correct voting place.
- Providing impartial instruction to voters on how to mark their ballot.
- Checking the entrance to the voting place to ensure that voters can access the voting place.
- Assisting in the set up and tear down of the voting place.
- Other duties as assigned.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills are required, along with excellent problem-solving skills. High school education is preferred, and previous municipal election experience is also preferred. Additional spoken languages are considered an asset.
Join a team that’s building more than a city - we’re building a community where people thrive. At the City of Kingston, your work has real impact: safer streets, greener spaces, inclusive experiences, innovative transit, creative public spaces, and brighter futures for all. We’re more than just a municipal government - we’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and community-builders who take pride in shaping the place we call home. As an employer, we’re committed to your growth, your well-being, and creating an environment where every voice counts. Your career is more than a job - it’s where your impact begins.
We provide our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, which may include extended health coverage, travel and life insurance, and long-term disability. Specific benefits can vary depending on your role and terms of employment. In addition, employees may enjoy access to:
- OMERS defined pension plan
- Employee wellness and assistance programs and resources
- Ongoing training and education opportunities
- Corporate perks such as discounted transit and fitness passes
- Learning & development resources and networks
- Relocation assistance and local resources
The City of Kingston acknowledges that we are on the traditional homeland of the Anishinabek, Haudenosaunee, and the Huron-Wendat, and thanks these nations for their care and stewardship over this shared land. Today, the City is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation.
Deadline: Submit your online application by 11:59 PM on the job posting closing date. Applicants must demonstrate in their submission how they meet the minimum education and experience requirements of the position. Please include any relevant education documents (degrees, diplomas, or certificates) to your profile. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment and selection process to support a barrier-free experience for all candidates in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations, please let us know. For more information, you can contact us at hrcity@cityofkingston.ca. Thank you to everyone who applies. While we value each application, only those advancing in the recruitment process will be contacted. All personal information will be handled in compliance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). To ensure you don’t miss any updates, please check your spam or junk folders for emails from a City of Kingston account. The City of Kingston may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) assisted tools throughout the recruitment process. All final hiring decisions are made by qualified municipal staff.
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