Thank you for agreeing to serve as a Chief Judge, Judge or assistant for the Johnston County Board of Elections. Your service is essential and a vital contribution to the election process. You are our eyes and ears on Election Day and serve as important ambassadors for the Johnston County Board of Elections. Let us know your thoughts on improving our procedures; we are always open to your suggestions. We want to make this job as easy and efficient as possible for you.
Please take the time to read and understand the information on this website prior to Election Day. If provides important information that is crucial to a fair and impartial election. If at any time you are unsure of a procedure, or have an issue or question concerning the law, please contact the office at 919-989-5095 and we will be glad to help you.
We are grateful for your assistance and thank you for serving. We look forward to working with you.
Leigh Anne Price,
Director of Elections
Preparations for the 2026 General Election are underway at the Board of Elections. With the mandated changes passed by the General Assembly, we have been busy making sure all of the requirements are implemented for the March Primary Election.
Training for the 2026 General Election
Hands-On Training: September 25th - October 2nd
General Training: Online Training
Training materials are available under the "Training" tab at the top of this page. Each precinct worker will be trained according to the job assignment as requested by the Chief Judge.
2026 General Election - November 3rd
Locations:
Archer Lodge Community Center
14009 Buffalo Road
Archer Lodge, NC 27527
Benson American Legion
605 N Wall Street
Benson, NC 2754
Oakland Presbyterian Church
8927 Cleveland Road
Clayton, NC 27520
The Bridge Church
951 M Durwood Stephenson Pkwy
Smithfield, NC 27577
The Church at Clayton Crossings
11407 Clayton Boulevard
Clayton, NC 27520
Times and Dates:
October 15th - October 31st
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am to 7:30 pm
Saturday, October 24, 2026: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Saturday, October 31, 2026: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
We have several precincts in need of workers. We need your help in finding civic-minded, reliable, computer-capable individuals to help you in your precincts. Time is of the essence! Training begins soon! If you know of someone who you think would make a good precinct official, please have them fill out an application using the link below.
October 9th- Voter Registration Deadline
October 15th - Early Voting Begins
October 20th - Last day to request an Absentee Ballot by Mail
October 31st - Early Voting Ends at 3:00 p.m.
November 3rd - Election Day
