BATON ROUGE, La. — Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry is encouraging residents to apply to serve as Election Day poll commissioners ahead of the state’s upcoming elections, citing a need for additional workers to staff voting precincts across Louisiana.
The recruitment effort comes ahead of the 2nd Party Primary scheduled for June 27 and the U.S. Senate General and Open Primary Election on Nov. 3.
According to the Secretary of State’s Office, additional election workers are needed to help ensure voting precincts operate without interruption or delays on Election Day. Poll commissioners can earn up to $200, while commissioners-in-charge can earn up to $350, depending on certification level and the number of precinct assignments.
To qualify, applicants must be registered voters in Louisiana, at least 17 years old and a high school senior or older, and complete a one- to two-hour training course. Election workers are also required to work the entire Election Day shift, which runs from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., including arrival before polls open and remaining until post-election procedures are completed.
“Poll commissioners are the backbone of Louisiana’s election process,” Secretary Landry said. “Their commitment helps ensure voters have a smooth experience at the polls and that elections are conducted with integrity. We are looking for individuals who want to serve their communities, support the democratic process, and earn extra income while playing an important role on Election Day.”
Interested applicants must submit completed applications to their parish Clerk of Court’s office. The Secretary of State’s Office said applicants will be contacted regarding the next steps in the certification process.
Additional information about qualifications, training requirements and election worker responsibilities is available through the Louisiana Secretary of State’s Office.