MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett is encouraging Tennesseans to consider becoming poll workers ahead of the Nov. 5 State and Federal General Election.
During early voting and on Election Day, poll workers conduct various tasks — including greeting voters, answering questions, explaining how to cast a ballot and counting votes at their community locations. They will be paid for their work and for attending required training sessions.
All city, county and metropolitan government employees (unless working directly under the supervision of an elected official on the ballot) are eligible, as well as state employees. Federal employees should consult with their individual Human Resources Department to determine eligibility.
Here are the poll worker qualifications:
- Be at least 16 years old
- Be a registered voter in the county you wish to work if you're over 18
- Be able to read and write in the English language
- Cannot be a candidate or close relative of a candidate
- Cannot be supervised by a county or municipal elected official on the ballot
For more information about becoming a poll worker, please visit the Tennessee Secretary of State's website.
