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What is a poll worker? Why should I sign up?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Poll workers are critical to the success of an election. Having an adequate number of poll workers to staff polling places on and before Election Day can ensure voters receive the assistance they need at the polls and can help provide a positive and smooth voting experience for all. By signing up to be a poll worker, you can Help America Vote. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While specific duties and compensation vary depending on location, poll workers are the face of the election office during voting. Most jurisdictions task election workers with setting up and preparing the polling location, welcoming voters, verifying voter registrations, and issuing ballots. Poll workers also help ensure voters understand the voting process by demonstrating how to use voting equipment and explaining voting procedures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can learn more and sign up to be a poll worker thru the U.S. Election Assistance Commission: https:\/\/www.eac.gov\/help-america-vote<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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