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Election Judge Jobs

Company

City of Fridley
Address , Fridley, 55432
Employment type PART_TIME
Salary $11 - $13 an hour
Expires 2023-10-07
Posted at 9 months ago
Job Description
POSITION OBJECTIVE

To assist with preparations and administration of elections process.
Election Judges are essential to our democracy. Serving as an Election Worker provides an opportunity to learn more about election processes, lead and teach Election Judge teams, and serve the local community.

Election Judges are required to work a full shift (6:00 am to poll close) on election day(s).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Setting up the polling place prior to opening (equipment, signage, voting booths) and closing the polling place following voting.
  • Troubleshoot technical difficulties with elections equipment following provided guides.
  • High-level of attention to detail to ensure voter registrations and/or check-ins accurately correlate to the number of ballots given and ballots processed by vote counting equipment.
  • Operate and/or assist with voting equipment.
  • Perform various audits throughout the day as well as recording and transmitting vote totals.
  • Sign in voters, register voters, distribute ballots, and ensure only qualified voters are permitted to vote.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities for Absentee Ballot Judges:
  • Update state voter records as required.
  • Access State Voter Registration System (SVRS) to verify voter’s information and eligibility to register or vote.
  • Handle confidential data.
  • Lead, manage, supervise, and provide work direction to all Election Judges assigned to polling place

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Be able to read, write, and speak English.
  • Be eligible to vote in Minnesota.
  • Complete required online training session(s).

Additional Qualifications for Head Judge and Absentee Ballot Judge:
  • Previous experience as an Election Judge.
  • Must be a registered voter.

Unqualified Persons:
  • Any member of a committee petitioning for a referendum or recall on the ballot.
  • Anyone who signed or circulated a Nomination Petition for a candidate.
  • A candidate who is on the ballot in that precinct.
  • The 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.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Supervision experience.
  • Previous administrative experience.
  • Previously served as Election Judge.
  • Bilingual or multilingual.
  • Available for assignment at any precinct.
  • Comfortable using computer systems and election technology.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to work well with the public and effectively deal with angry or disgruntled voters.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with people from all cultures and backgrounds.
  • Knowledge of rules, regulations, and codes related to elections.
  • Ability to handle high-stress situations and remain calm under pressure.
  • Ability to work under pressure and/or with frequent interruptions.
  • Ability to tactfully address issues with difficult or angry people and determine when to request assistance from City staff.
  • Ability to handle, discern and maintain confidentiality as required by State law.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:
Work is performed in a variety of settings. Headaches, eyestrain, and other related occupational hazards reflect the most common potential for injury in the office. Work is light duty with ability to lift, carry or push up to 10 pounds.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EEO/ADAAA

The City of Fridley will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age, or sexual orientation.