Shawnee County, KS

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  • Phone:
    (785) 251-5900
  • Email:
    electionoffice@snco.us
  • Office Address:
    Shawnee County Election Office, 3420 SW Van Buren St, Topeka, KS 66611
  • Start Time:
    6:00 AM End Time:
    8:00 PM     (Part-day shifts are available. Shifts run from 6:00 AM to 1:00 PM or from 1:00 PM to approximately 8:00 PM.)
  • Compensation:
    $125 for full day workers. $56 for half-day workers. $8 per hour for training. Supervisory workers are also reimbursed mileage.
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Voter Registration Requirements

  • You must be registered to vote in Shawnee County to be a poll worker

  • Note: This voter registration requirement does not apply to poll workers under the age of 18.

Work Requirements

  • Minimum Age: 16-year-olds who are U.S. citizens and county residents.

  • You must complete training to be a poll worker.

  • Training Details: Training typically lasts 3 hours.

Apply online by clicking on the “Apply Now!” button above. Shawnee County also has a downloadable PDF application, available here.

Individuals who are comfortable using computers and tablets are strongly encouraged to apply.