Pennsylvania is the only state that elects precinct officials who manage elections at the local level

Pennsylvania is the only state that elects precinct officials who manage elections at the most local level: the polling place.

The primary election is coming May 20 , when precinct officials will be on the ballot statewide, but there is a huge shortage of candidates.

County commissioners will appoint someone to fill each empty spot, then the elected or appointed election worker will hold that position for four years .