Powhatan County, VA

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  • Phone:
    (804) 598-5604
  • Email:
    kalexander@powhatanva.gov
  • Office Address:
    3910 Old Buckingham Rd, Suite E, Powhatan, VA 23139-5757
  • Start Time:
    5:00 AM End Time:
    Approximately 8:00 to 9:00 PM     (You must work the full day)
  • Compensation:
    $150 to $300
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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: In-person training typically lasts at least 2 hours. 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.

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