Newport News (City), VA

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  • Phone:
    (757) 926-8683
  • Office Address:
    2400 Washington Ave, 6th Floor, Newport News, VA 23607
  • Start Time:
    5:00 AM End Time:
    After the polls close at 7:00 PM.
    (You must work the full day)
  • Compensation:
    $150 to $190 for Election Day. $20 for training.
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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: A combination of in-person and online training is required. In-person training typically lasts 2 hours. Poll workers are certified for three year terms. Training is required at least once per three year term and will be updated upon the institution of new voting laws.