Burke County, NC

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  • Phone:
    (828) 764-9010
  • Email:
    kenny.rhyne@burkenc.org
  • Office Address:
    2128 South Sterling St, Suite 100, Morganton, NC 28655 Mailing Address:
    PO Box 798, Morganton, NC 28680
  • Start Time:
    5:30 AM End Time:
    9:00 PM or later     (Adult poll workers must work a full-day shift. Student workers may work part-day shifts.)
  • Compensation:
    $165 to $250 for Election Day. $25 for training. $20 for workers who pick up or drop off election supplies.
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Voter Registration Requirements

  • You must be registered to vote in Burke 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 about 2 to 2.5 hours. Some positions may require additional training.

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