Poll Worker Information
Join our special group of civic-minded citizens who are trained and ready to serve the community when elections are scheduled in Suwannee County. Poll workers perform a valuable community service by assisting voters at the precinct polling sites on election day. Poll workers are paid for their service.
If you are interested in becoming one of these committed individuals, call the Supervisor of Elections Office at (386) 362-2616 and ask for a poll worker application to be sent to you, or download an application online. Completed applications can be returned by mail or dropped off in person:
Mailing Address:
Suwannee County Supervisor of Elections
302 Pine Ave., S.W.
Live Oak, FL 32064
In-Person Drop-off:
302 Pine Ave., S.W.
Live Oak, FL 32064
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Poll Worker Requirements
To become a poll worker, you must:
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Be a citizen of the United States
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Be registered to vote in Suwannee County
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Be able to speak, read, and write the English language
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Have transportation to the polling place and training sessions
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Be available and physically able to work from 6:00 a.m. to after 7:00 p.m.
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Interact with the public in a courteous, patient, and professional manner
Training and Expectations
Poll workers must attend mandatory training before each election. Florida law requires a specific number of training hours based on your position. These sessions cover proper Election Day procedures and operation of optical scan and touchscreen tabulation equipment. The number of workers needed depends on the size of the election and anticipated voter turnout.
In summary, Suwannee County Poll Workers must be dedicated! If this sounds like a role you’d enjoy, we would love for you to join our team. The role of a poll worker is the cornerstone of our democratic process, and your interest is appreciated. We look forward to hearing from you.
Poll Worker Application
If you have questions or would like the application mailed to you, please call (386) 362-2616.
