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Highlands County Election Worker Application

Original title: Election Worker Application | Highlands County Supervisor of Elections | Sebring, FL

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The Frame

What this does

Residents who apply and are accepted will serve as official election workers, a role that requires working at least 14 hours on election days and performing physical tasks like lifting 40 pounds.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Highlands County Residents

Residents may apply to become election workers, which involves specific time commitments and physical requirements.

What changed

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What's next

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Key Facts

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and residents of Highlands County.
Election workers must be able to lift at least 40 pounds.
The work shift begins at 6:00 a.m. and lasts 14 or more hours per day.
Applicants must be able to read, write, and speak English.
Accepted applicants are placed in a pool of prospective workers and are not guaranteed work for every election.
Selection for specific elections is based on availability, willingness to travel, and staffing needs.
Email addresses sent to the office are considered public records under Florida law.
The office maintains two locations: 580 South Commerce Avenue and the Penny Ogg Operations Center at 4504 Kenilworth Boulevard.
Residents can sign up for election text notifications by texting 'HC VOTE' to 91896.

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I guaranteed to work every election if I apply?

No. You will be placed in a pool of prospective workers, and the office selects workers based on the size of the election, expected turnout, and your availability.

What are the physical requirements for the job?

You must be able to lift at least 40 pounds and work shifts of 14 or more hours starting at 6:00 a.m.

Is my email address private if I contact the office?

No. Under Florida law, email addresses are s and may be released in response to a public records request.

Summary

This is an online application form for residents interested in serving as poll workers for Highlands County elections. Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship, county residency, and the ability to work long shifts.

Why It Matters

Residents who apply and are accepted will serve as official election workers, a role that requires working at least 14 hours on election days and performing physical tasks like lifting 40 pounds.

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Public Record Disclosure

The document explicitly warns that email communication with the office is subject to Florida's public records law, a standard but critical transparency requirement.

Highlands County Supervisor of Elections

Connected Entities

otherFlorida Statute 668.6076“Legal statute regarding the public record status of email addresses.”Map →

organizationHighlands County Supervisor of Elections“The government office managing the election worker application process.”Map →

personKaren Healy“Name associated with the campaign logo displayed on the website.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.votehighlands.gov

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