Lancaster County, VA

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  • Phone:
    (804) 462-5277
  • Office Address:
    8311 Mary Ball Rd, Lancaster, VA 22503 Mailing Address:
    PO Box 159, Lancaster, VA 22503-0159
  • Start Time:
    5:00 AM End Time:
    Approximately 8:00 PM for most elections. 9:00 PM for presidential elections.
    (You must work the full day)
  • Compensation:
    $120 base pay for Election Day. Training is compensated.
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Voter Registration Requirements

  • You must be registered to vote in Virginia 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: High school students interested in getting involved should contact their local election officials for information.

  • You must complete training to be a poll worker.

  • Training Details: Poll workers serve three year terms and must be trained to Commonwealth developed standards at the start of each term. They must also be updated upon the institution of any new laws. A combination of in-person and online training is required.