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Become a Poll Worker Today

It’s never too early to help democracy! By signing up to be a poll worker, you can ensure that all voters—including voters with disabilities, voters who need language assistance, and voters who want to cast their ballot in person—have a positive experience at the polls. Sign up today!

You can make sure we have safe, fair, and efficient elections for all. Become a poll worker today!

In order to be a poll worker in Kentucky, you must:

  • Be registered to vote in Kentucky
  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Be entitled to compensation
  • Political affiliation generally required. You cannot change your part affiliation for one year prior to your appointment as precinct officer.
  • Be a resident of the precinct
  • Complete required training
  • Each precinct allows one minor who is 17 years old to work. All minors who will turn 18 on the day or before the election may serve as an election officer
  • Not be a candidate during that election year or be related to a candidate in the precinct

To learn more or apply to serve as a poll worker in your county for Kentucky, go here. And also contact your local Elections Official.

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