Election Officer

Who can serve?

Registered Republicans and Democrats in Jefferson County. Voters registered as another party or independent can apply and may be used in certain situations. A recent change in your affiliation may affect eligibility.

Compensation

Election officers work on Election Day. Each election officer is compensated $40.00 for attending a 2.5-hour training session before Election Day and $259.00 for working Election Day.

When are the elections?

Primary Election: May 19, 2026

General Election: November 3, 2026

How to Apply

EasyVote Pollworker

Important Information:

• Must be team oriented with exceptional customer service skills
• Must follow procedures and laws of the Commonwealth of Kentucky
• Must be able to attend a 2.5-hour training session before each election
• Must provide own transportation to and from training session and polling location
• Must report to the polling location on Election Day by 5:15 a.m.

Duties will include:

• Arranging polling location with all the necessary election materials and voting equipment
• Ensuring privacy for each voter and security in the voting process
• Opening polling location for voters by 6:00 a.m.
• Assisting voters as needed
• Treating every voter with respect and courtesy
• Closing the polling place after the last voter in line at 6 p.m. has voted
• Completing all necessary paperwork and returning all election materials