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It pays (literally) to be a poll worker in New Hampshire

Learn about poll worker requirements, eligibility, training, pay, and how to sign up to serve as a poll worker in the Granite State.

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Poll workers, also called election officials, play an essential role in the election process. Becoming a poll worker is a great way to contribute to your community, help protect elections, and see the democratic process up close–all while getting paid.

Many New Hampshire towns pay poll workers a stipend for their time. If you’d like to find out the hourly wage of your jurisdiction, the easiest way to do so is by visiting COURIER’s landing page with Power the Polls https://www.powerthepolls.org/courier

There, you can find your jurisdiction and enter your information. You can view your county’s hours and compensation, as well as work requirements. They will then link you to your local elections office’s poll worker application. 

The form doesn’t mean you’re committing to being a poll worker, and there also isn’t a guarantee you’ll be contacted.

So if you’re interested, fill out the information with Power the Polls or call your county auditor directly and ask how you can get involved.

Are you ready to vote? Use our voter tool below to see what’s on your ballot, find your polling place, and get answers to your voting questions. Plus, set reminders for future elections and remind your friends and family to vote.

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Colin Booth
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  • Lily Jackson is the State Organizing Coordinator at the Granite Post with five years of organizing experience at the local, state, and federal levels.