Upshur County, TX

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  • Phone:
    (903) 680-8506
  • Email:
    lory.harle@countyofupshur.com
  • Office Address:
    Temporary Address: 115 Simpson St, Gilmer, TX 75644
  • Start Time:
    Before the polls open at 7:00 AM. End Time:
    After the polls close at 7:00 PM.     (You must work the full day)
  • Compensation:
    $9 to $12 per hour for Election Day. $9 per hour for in-person training.
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Voter Registration Requirements

  • You must be registered to vote in Upshur 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: 16-year-old high school students who are U.S. citizens.

  • You must complete training to be a poll worker.

  • Training Details: A combination of in-person and online training is required. Paid, in-person training typically lasts 1 to 2 hours. Poll workers are trained at the time of their appointment and should be re-trained every time they are appointed.

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