Information and FAQ’s

Thank you for your interest in becoming an election worker! Elections are conducted by our neighbors, friends, co-workers and family members. It takes approximately 300 election workers to staff our 30 vote centers in Rutherford County. You are appreciated!

WHEN:
TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2024
THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 2024
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024

WHERE: 30 VOTE CENTERS THROUGHOUT RUTHERFORD COUNTY

WHAT: REGISTRARS AND MACHINE OPERATORS

What are the qualifications?

• Must be a registered voter in Rutherford County, Tennessee
• Must be at least 16 years of age and a resident of Rutherford County, Tennessee
• Must not be an elected government official or a manager/ treasurer for any candidate/political party
• Must not be a candidate in the election

What is required?

• Hours of work are 6:00 a.m. until voting and the break down of site is completed. Officer will release you
• Wear acceptable, comfortable shoes and clothing
• NO campaign attIre, buttons, or political jewelry
• Bring food and drinks for the entire day. You will receive a lunch break.
• Discussion of politics are not permitted while working at the polls

What is an election worker?

• An election worker is a temporary worker for the Rutherford County Election Commission who works on Election Day.

What are the potential job assignments?

There are three potential positions.

1. Officer- The officer leads the vote center team and supports the other poll worker positions.
2. Machine Operator – The Machine Operator assists voters at the voting machine.
3. Registrar – The registrar operates a computer to check in voters and verifies identification before sending the voter to the voting machine.

How are election workers selected?

• Each polling location is staffed according to need - we try to place election workers in or near their home if possible. Election workers are divided into political parties based on the party declaration on their application and/or primary voting history. An equal number of workers from each political party is assigned to each polling place.

Will I receive a break while working?

• The Officer will allow for breaks but the timing will be coordinated based upon the volume of voters.

Do I have to attend training?

• Training is required under state law. Poll workers must attend training to be eligible to work. Training is a one time class that is offered on multiple dates and times.
• Additional training videos are linked here TRAINING VIDEOS

Do I get paid for working on Election Day?

• YESI You will be paid a minimum of $150 for the day. You will receive a check in the mail approximately two weeks after the election.

Why do you need to know my political party?

• The law requires political party balance at all polling sites. We staff an equal number of Democratic and Republican poll workers at each site.

How do I apply to become an Election Worker?

• Apply now online APPLY ONLINE
• Or print the attached form and return it to the Rutherford County Election Commission via US Mail or email it to [email protected]

1 S. Public Square, Suite 103
Murfreesboro, TN 37130

Please contact the Rutherford County Election Commission at 615-898-7743 with any questions or at [email protected]