Q: What are the requirements to be a poll worker in St. Johns County?
A: To serve as a poll worker, you must be a U.S. citizen and a registered or pre-registered voter in St. Johns County. This includes 16- and 17-year-olds who are pre-registered to vote. Due to the responsibilities of the position, poll workers must be able to work up to a 14-hour day, which may include extended periods of standing or bending, and must be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Workers must be available to begin at 6 a.m., have reliable transportation, be able to read and write in English, and complete mandatory training prior to each election.
Q: What type of training do poll workers need?
A: Per Florida Statutes, poll workers must complete training prior to each election. In St. Johns County, this includes an initial orientation and online pre-training covering election law, voter eligibility, ballot handling and security. Following the online portion, workers attend in-person, hands-on training that covers voting equipment, polling place procedures and accessibility.
Q: Where can registered voters apply to be a poll worker?
A: Interested voters can visit votesjc.gov to learn more and complete an application.
Q: Are you recruiting poll workers for the 2026 election cycle?
A: The Supervisor of Elections Office accepts applications on a rolling basis. While there is currently a strong roster of returning workers, Poll Worker Coordinator Amanda Sims recently completed five mandatory introductory orientations. For those interested in learning more about the process, the office is offering four public office tours throughout April and May. To register, visit votesjc.gov or call 904-823-2238.
