Harnett County,
North Carolina

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Becoming an Election Worker

 Election Workers are temporarily employed to:

  • process voters using election software on laptops
  • issue ballots to voters
  • provide voter assistance
  • process curbside voters
  • conduct crowd control and line managment
  • direct in parking areas
  • and other administrative duties as assigned

What are the job requirements?

  • Must be at least 18* years of age and legally eligible to work in the US.
  • Must be a resident and registered voter in Harnett County, NC
  • Must be available to work the full Election Day (approximately 5:30 am - 9:00 pm).
  • Must maintain confidentiality of voter information and sign an oath of party/candidate impartiality
  • Must be able to read and write along with basic typing and computer skills.
  • Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods.
  • Must be willing to work all positions and duties, including curbside voting, outdoor voter assistance, and breaking down the site.
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from the voting site.
  • Must attend one 3-hour training class.
  • Attend a meeting at the voting site the night before Election Day to set up and discuss assignments.
*For students at least 17 years of age at the time of the election or primary please reference further details here

If you are interested in being considered for a position as an election worker for the next election day, please complete the Election Worker application. The application can be completed and e-mailed to harnettboe@harnett.org or mailed to our office directly. Please read the requirements before submitting an application.
 
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