The position is responsible for efficiently processing voters, providing instructions on the proper
use of the voting equipment, and effectively solving problems voters may encounter.
Major Duties:
- Poll Workers report to the Poll Managers. They must be accessible to the Poll Manager and
Elections Office staff. They may serve as an Assistant Poll Manager in the event of an
emergency. Their duties are to be assigned by the Poll Manager.
- On the Monday prior to the Election this position may be required to assist with setting up
the polling location.
- On Election Day: Poll Workers must report to their assigned Polling Location one hour prior
to poll open (6:00am). This position may assist the Managerial staff in the preparation and
paperwork required to open the Polling Location. After the last voter leaves and the poll
closes (7:00 p.m.), this position will assist the Managerial staff in the preparation and
packing of paperwork and equipment to be returned to the Elections Office. Poll Workers
may leave after the required closing procedures have been completed and/or they have
been dismissed by the Poll Manager.
- Poll Workers must be prepared to assume Assistant Management responsibilities if
requested by the Election Office staff or in the event that the Assistant Manager is
unavailable to work on Election Day.
Minimum Qualifications:
• You must be a U.S. Citizen, a resident of Habersham County and/or an employee of
Habersham County Governments (documentation required)
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Able to read, write and speak the English Language.
- Must not have been convicted of malfeasance in office, a fraudulent violation of primary or
election laws, or a felony involving moral turpitude — unless your civil rights have been
restored and at least 10 years have passed since the completion of their sentence.
- Must not be eligible to run for public office and cannot hold a public office, other than a
political party office, while serving as a poll worker.
Habersham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.
