Registrar of Voters

Election Worker Qualifications

In order to be a election worker in Washoe County you must:

  • Be a United States citizen and a registered voter within Washoe County
  • Be a Minimum age is 16 years old (student program)
  • Physically be able to endure the long hours of Election Day (approximately 14 hours +).
  • Physically be able to set up equipment that is approximately 35 lbs. in weight.
  • Have a professional demeanor.
  • Have access to reliable transportation.
  • Able to attend the required poll worker training and pass a hands-on evaluation in order to work.
  • Complete and pass the online poll worker training.

Interested in becoming a poll worker?  Click here to apply.

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