Traverse City, MI

  • Phone:
    (231) 922-4480
  • Email:
    tcclerk@traversecitymi.gov
  • Office Address:
    400 Boardman Ave, 1st Floor, Traverse City, MI 49684
  • Start Time:
    5:15 to 5:45 AM End Time:
    9:00 to 10:00 PM     (You must work the full day)
  • Compensation:
    $18 to $22 per hour on Election Day and training.

Voter Registration Requirements

  • You must be registered to vote in Michigan 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: 16

  • You must complete training to be a poll worker.

  • Training Details: Training typically lasts 2 hours and may be completed in-person or online. Supervisory workers may require additional training. Poll workers must complete training at least once every two years and as determined by election officials.

Apply online by clicking on the “Apply Now!” button above. The City of Traverse also has a downloadable PDF application, available here.