Avery County, NC

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  • Phone:
    (828) 733-8282
  • Email:
    sheila.ollis@averycountync.gov
  • Office Address:
    Court House Annex, 200 Montezuma St, Suite 307, Newland, NC 28657 Mailing Address:
    PO Box 145, Newland, NC 28657
  • Start Time:
    6:00 AM End Time:
    Approximately 8:30 PM     (You must work the full day)
  • Compensation:
    $175 to $225 for Election Day and training.
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Voter Registration Requirements

  • You must be registered to vote in Avery 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: 17-year-old high school students who are U.S. citizens and county residents.

  • You must complete training to be a poll worker.

  • Training Details: In-person training typically lasts 1 to 1.5 hours.