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Becoming a Poll Manager:

Poll Managers are given the chance to serve the community and become involved in the democratic process. A Poll Manager's Election Day duties include:

  • Processing of voters
  • Ballot distribution
  • Operation of the voting machines
  • Compliance with election laws
  • General assistance to voters

For their efforts Poll Managers are compensated $145.00 (includes $60 for attending training) for each election and $60.00 for any run-off election.

In order to qualify to become a Poll Manager you have to meet the following:

  • You must be a registered voter in Dorchester County, or an adjoining county (Charleston, Berkeley, Orangeburg, or Colleton County).
  • You must be willing and able to attend a Poll Manager Training Session (2-3 hours)
  • You must be prepared to work the ENTIRE Election Day, from 6:15 AM until approximately 7:30 PM
  • You must be able to remain non-partisan and neutral while working an election

If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete an application. You may mail or fax the application to the following address: 201 Johnston Street, St. George, SC 29477. Attention: Board of Elections

When your application is received, you will be added to our mailing list. We will keep you informed of upcoming Poll Manager Training Sessions and Elections.