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Poll Worker Information
Q. How do I become a poll worker?
A. You must be a registered voter in the county where you would like to be a poll worker.
Q. What type of training is required in order to become a poll worker?
A. All poll workers are required to attend a School of Instruction prior to each election. Any poll worker not trained before an election may not work.
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Q. What are the different poll worker positions?
A. The Presiding Judge manages overall tasks, activities and poll workers in the polling place. Picks up Election Day materials from the Clerk’s Office prior to Election Day. Reconciles the day’s activities including hand tally votes and signature rosters. Returns specified materials to Clerk’s Office on Election Night.
The Clerk assists the Presiding Judge and shares his/her duties as needed and may substitute for the Presiding Judge if they are unable to serve (if the Clerk has had previous experience). Will verify the voter with the roster and determines if the voter is eligible to vote in that precinct. Rotates through poll worker assignments as necessary throughout the day.
Q. Are poll workers and elections judges paid?
A: Yes, each local election authority determines the amount they pay their poll workers. Most jurisdictions also have money allotted for attending training sessions as well.
Q. What are the hours of work?
A. All poll workers must be at their assigned polling place at 6:00 a.m. election morning. The polls close at 7:00 p.m.; however, additional time will be required for reconciliation and equipment takedown.
NOTE: Poll workers are required to remain at their assigned polling place until released by the Presiding Judge.
Q. How will I know when and where to attend a school of instruction?
A. Once your application is processed, your county clerk will notify you of the dates and times.
Q. If I've applied previously as a poll worker, should I apply again?
A. If you have worked the polls on Election Day in the past, your record will remain active.
Poll workers are an essential part of the election process.
Please contact your County Clerk’s Office for more information on becoming a poll worker.
