Lewis County high school juniors and seniors interested in working at the polls can register their interest through West Virginia’s election office. The Secretary of State renewed its student recruitment message September 9, following a change that permits eligible students to serve even if they are not registered voters.
Families should check the requirements before signing up. The office’s student eligibility guidance says students must be in good standing, with at least a 3.0 GPA for public or private school students. Written consent from a parent or legal guardian is required, along with the principal’s written approval when service falls on a school day. Students must complete election-official training and meet the other applicable eligibility rules.
The official registration form also requires English reading and writing skills and availability for the full Election Day. Candidates and their parents, children, siblings or spouses cannot serve in that election; other legal disqualifications also apply.
Submitting the form does not guarantee an assignment. The state says the county clerk will contact applicants if workers are needed. Lewis County staffing needs and training arrangements were not supplied in the announcement.
The September 9 state notice advertises earnings of up to $300. That figure is not a confirmed Lewis County payment amount. The earlier state guidance says workers are paid for training and poll work; students should confirm local compensation and scheduling with the county clerk before committing.