Hancock County, IA

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  • Phone:
    (641) 923-3163
  • Email:
    michellek.eisenman@hancockcountyia.org
  • Office Address:
    855 State St, Garner, IA 50438 Mailing Address:
    PO Box 70, Garner, IA 50438
  • Start Time:
    5:30 to 6:00 AM End Time:
    10:30 PM     (Full day shifts are preferred. Half-day shifts may also be available.)
  • Compensation:
    $14 per hour for Election Day and training. Poll workers are also reimbursed for mileage paid at $0.55 per mile.
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Voter Registration Requirements

  • You must be registered to vote in Hancock 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 3 to 3.5 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.