Purpose

Election Judges are essential to our democracy. Serving as an Election Judge provides an opportunity to learn more about the election process and is a great service to our community.

Duties

Official duties of an Election Judge may include:

• Voter Assistance - Sign in voters, register voters, distribute ballots and ensure all qualified voters are permitted to vote
• Polling Place - Setting up the polling place prior to opening (equipment, signage, voting booths) and closing the polling place following voting
• Equipment - Operate and/or assist with voting equipment (poll pads, voting machines, etc)
• Record Keeping - Perform various audits throughout the day as well as recording and certifying vote totals
  

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify to be an Election Judge, you must:

• Be able to read, write and speak English
• Be eligible to vote in Minnesota
  • 16- and 17-year-olds are welcome to be Election Judge trainees
• Complete required online training session(s)
  

Unqualified Persons

You cannot be:

• The candidate or spouse, parent, stepparent, child, stepchild, sibling or stepsibling of any candidate on the ballot in the same precinct
• The spouse, parent, child or sibling of an Election Judge serving in the same precinct
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work the entire election day (6:00 AM to 9:00 PM)
• Willingness to work in any precinct
  

Paid to Serve

Election Judges can choose to be volunteers or be paid for training and working on election days. Pay ranges are based on position held.

• Election Judges: $14.00/per hour
• Assistant Head Judges: $14.50/per hour
• Head Judges: $15.00/per hour
  

Absence from Work Protection

Minnesota law allows individuals to serve as an Election Judge and be absent from work without penalty, provided the Employee provides written notice to their Employer at least 20 days prior to each election -.

Your employer may:

• Reduce your salary or wages by the amount you are paid as an Election Judge during the time you are away from work.
• Restrict the number of employees serving as an Election Judge to no more than 20% at a single work site.
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Pre-employment Requirements

Anoka County has determined that successfully passing a pre-employment criminal background check will be required to become an Election Judge. Applicants will be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the County to obtain to conduct such screenings in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

About Anoka County

As the fourth largest county in Minnesota, we depend on the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. We offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences who can come together for the single purpose of serving Anoka County's 363,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County!

Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.

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