Looking for some extra holiday cash? Why not become a poll commissioner! Secretary of State Nancy Landry says many of the current poll commissioners are looking to step aside and give way to others.
“Many of them are deciding to retire. They’re aging out. They’re in their eighties. Many of them are ready to just hang it up now. We need some younger people to step up and take their place,” Landry said.
Landry says if you do become a poll commissioner, be prepared to make a commitment.
“It’s a long day. You have to be there before the polls open and stay until the end. You check voters in. You check their IDs. There are different duties. Some people check them in and have them sign the book. Others walk them to the machines. It just depends on what the duties they are assigned are,” Landry explained.
Furthermore, Landry says being a poll commissioner lets you learn a lot about the elections process in Louisiana.
“You learn about how secure and safe our elections are, and it gives you a lot of confidence in the voting system as well,” Landry said.
Poll commissioners in Louisiana earn 200 dollars for working an election day. $150 for working on an Early Voting day.
If you are interested contact your parish clerk of court.
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