Catawba County, NC

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  • Phone:
    (828) 464-2424
  • Email:
    elections@CatawbaCountyNC.gov
  • Office Address:
    145 Government Dr, Newton, NC 28658 Mailing Address:
    PO Box 132, Newton, NC 28658
  • Start Time:
    5:45 AM End Time:
    8:00 to 10:00 PM     (You must work the full day)
  • Compensation:
    $200 to $325
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Voter Registration Requirements

  • You must be registered to vote in Catawba 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 two to three hours.

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

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

Poll workers are required to help set up the precinct the day before Election Day. Precinct set-up typically lasts one hour.