MECKLENBURG COUNTY, N.C. — Election Day is a process Mecklenburg County Elections Director Michael Dickerson is no stranger to.
He’s been in the position for 24 years, and in that time, he’s learned preparation is key.
"Around the country, you hear people having a shortage of workers," Dickerson said. "We’ve always gotten tons of workers, simply because I’ve got a precinct management team that’s doing this sort of information now."
They're is hosting information sessions to shore-up their workforce, and they’re not alone.
According to the State Board of Elections, most, if not all county boards are recruiting poll workers.
The positions are often difficult to maintain due to low pay and scheduling concerns, but the state board said. in a statement:
"It’s the best way to help people exercise their right to vote and serve your local community," Dickerson said. "It’s the best way to learn about the inner working of the elections process and all the safeguards in place to ensure fair, accurate results."
Upcoming Election Info Statewide: https://www.ncsbe.gov/voting/upcoming-election
Upcoming Election info Mecklenburg: https://www.mecknc.gov/BOE/elections/Pages/ElectionSchedule.aspx
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