Jackson County, NC

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  • Phone:
    (828) 586-7538
  • Email:
    amandaallen@jacksonnc.org
  • Office Address:
    876 Skyland Dr, Sylva, NC 28779
  • Start Time:
    6:00 AM End Time:
    8:00 PM     (Full and part-day shifts are available. Part-day shifts last 8 hours.)
  • Compensation:
    $11 per hour plus meal allowance on Election Day. $30 flat rate per training class.
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Voter Registration Requirements

  • You must be registered to vote in Jackson 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: Poll workers must attend two separate 2-hour training sessions prior to each election. Training is available in-person and online.

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

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