Poll worker Requirements

Requirements to work at the polls in Bradley County

What is required of a poll worker?

*Be a registered voter in Bradley County.
*Be available for the entire Election Day.
*Work from 7:30 am until all work is complete. Polls close at 8:00 pm.
*Attend poll worker training school before elections.

When am I needed?

*We need you whenever elections are scheduled.

Is there training?

*The Administrator of Elections will train all clerks and poll workers prior to each
election. You will be trained inthe operation of Microvote Machine, plus your
duties and responsibilities as an election official. In total, the trainingwill be
about 1 hour long and attendance at these training schools is mandatory.

 

What are the responsibilities of a poll worker?

*Report at 7:30 am at your assigned precinct. Prepare the precinct for voting. Set up voting equipment. Greet the voters. Verify their registration and provide them with the appropriate ballot. At the end of the day, close the precinct and prepare election materials for delivery to the Election Commission Office.

 

Will I work in my precinct?

*If possible, we will assign you to your precinct or close by. However you must
to be able to work at any precinct.

How much will I be paid?

*Officer $85.00
*Registrar $75.00
*Judge $75.00
*School Training $10.00

How do I apply?

*Please click here to open the pollworker.PDF form and print it out. Fill out
the form and you can Fax: (423)728-7116 , or bring it to our office to apply.

Have you moved?

*Protect your right to vote. Contact the Bradley County Election Commission Office
to get instructions to update your address.

Questions?

Please contact our office at (423) 728-7115