Clay County, IA

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  • Phone:
    (712) 262-1569
  • Office Address:
    County Administration Building, 300 West 4th St, Suite 4, Spencer, IA 51301
  • Start Time:
    6:00 AM End Time:
    10:00 PM
    (At least two-thirds of workers at each precinct must work for the entire day.)
  • Compensation:
    $12 per hour.
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Voter Registration Requirements

  • You must be registered to vote in Clay 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 2 hours. At least two poll workers from each precinct must attend training prior to primary and general elections. Preference for training must be given to poll workers who have never attended a training session before. Contact your county auditor for more information.

In addition to Election Day workers, Clay County is looking for Early Voting and post-election workers. Please contact election officials, listed above, for additional information.

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