West Virginia to Recruit 8,400+ Poll Workers on August 11

West Virginia will observe National Poll Worker Recruitment Day on August 11, 2026, to fill more than 8,400 paid positions for Election Day. The initiative, coordinated by the West Virginia Secretary of State and county clerks, aims to secure the necessary staffing to manage polling locations across the state.

The recruitment drive targets a specific vacancy gap of over 8,400 roles. According to the West Virginia Secretary of State, these positions are paid roles essential for the administration of the electoral process on Election Day.

County clerks across West Virginia are participating in the August 11 observance to identify and onboard new workers. These officials manage the local implementation of the recruitment effort to ensure each precinct has sufficient personnel to operate.

The effort aligns with the broader National Poll Worker Recruitment Day, a coordinated push to increase the number of citizens participating in election administration. State officials are using the date to highlight the availability of these paid opportunities to the public.