Haywood County, NC

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  • Phone:
    (828) 452-6633
  • Email:
    elections@haywoodcountync.gov
  • Office Address:
    63 Elmwood Way, Suite A, Waynesville, NC 28786
  • Start Time:
    6:00 AM End Time:
    8:00 PM or later     (You must work the full day)
  • Compensation:
    $150 to $250 for Election Day. $11 to $13 per hour for Early Voting.
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Voter Registration Requirements

  • You must be registered to vote in Haywood 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 hours.

Poll workers must help set up the precinct the night before Election Day. Set-up typically lasts 2 hours.

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

Early Voting workers must be able to commit to the 17-day Early Voting period. During Early Voting, poll workers can work part-time shifts. Please note that these Early Voting details may have changed due to the impact of Hurricane Helene. Contact county election officials for additional information.