Be a Poll Worker

We Want You to be a Poll Worker

Poll Worker Application

If you are interested in becoming a Poll Worker complete both forms below.

Poll Worker Questionnaire

County Poll Worker Application

What is a Poll Worker

Job duties 
  • You will be the front line of the democratic process and the main point of contact for voters
  • It is your duty to provide excellent customer service while ensuring that the elections laws are being followed
  • You will be trained on and may be required to use all of the election equipment that will be used on Election Day
  • All Workers are must arrive at their Poll by 5:30 AM on Election Day and are required to stay until the Poll Manager dismisses you (this could mean a 16+ hour day)

Requirements

In order to a Poll Worker you 
  • Must be 16 years of age or older
  • Must be able to read, write and speak the English language
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Must be a resident of Effingham County
  • Must complete Poll Workers training, required by law

Poll Worker Positions

 
Pay Rate
 Duties
Poll Manager
$13.55/hr
 Manage polling location and poll workers
Assistant Manager
$11.14/hr
 Assist Poll Manager with duties
Clerk
$9.16/hr
 Complete tasks as assigned by the Manager
Technician
$13.55/hr
 Visit assigned Polling Locations and complete various technical tasks
Equipment Delivery Crew
$13.55/hr
 Deliver and pickup all voting equipment to the polling locations. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Advanced Voting Workers
Rates Vary
 Staff Polling location at our early voting location