Temporary Election Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $50,112.00 Annually
Location : Hastings, MN
Job Type: 6 month Temp
Job Number: 94108.26.001
Department: ELECTIONS - 2230001
Opening Date: 05/04/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
General Description
POSTING TYPE: Open, Competitive
DEPARTMENT: Elections
HOURS: Full-time, 6-month temp
SALARY RANGE: $24/hr.
LOCATION: Hastings, Apple Valley, West St Paul
UNION: None
CLOSE DATE: Continuous with first review of applicants on May 18, 2026
The Dakota County Elections Department is seeking persons to serve as temporary election leads. The temporary election lead assists elections staff in conducting election administration tasks, absentee voting, supporting department programs, and related duties as assigned. They will also serve as a team lead for and assist in training of temporary elections staff.
Open positions are available at the Administration Center in Hastings, the Western Service Center in Apple Valley, and the Northern Service Center in West St Paul. Election judges serving at service centers assist with in person early voting during regular absentee voting hours, while election judges in Hastings assist with absentee voting, along with a variety of administrative tasks.
Applicants applying for the Election Lead position are also encouraged to apply for the Election Judge Operations Specialist position.
Who We AreDakota County is Minnesota's third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents. Our motto is "Be More" and we strive every day to achieve excellent public service, with a focus on four values: Service, Integrity, People, and Innovation.
Dakota County aims to create an environment that is welcoming and inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds, and experiences. Our goal is to have a workforce that is reflective of the communities and individuals we serve. We promote an equitable and culturally aware work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Minnesota resident for at least 20 days
• Citizen of the United States
• Able to read, write, and speak the English language
• Eligible to vote in Minnesota
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
  AND
• Valid Driver's License

To view the specific minimum qualifications/statutory requirements you must meet in order to serve as an election judge, please use the following link to read Sec.204B.19 of the Minnesota Statutes in relation to Election Judges: Qualifications:
* Pursuant to Dakota County Policy, this position is designated as Safety Sensitive. "Safety sensitive position" means a position, including any supervisory or management position, in which impairment caused by drug, alcohol, or cannabis use would threaten the health and safety of any person as defined in Minnesota Statutes Section 181.950, subdivision 13.
Duties & Responsibilities
These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions.

1. Lead a group of seasonal election judges responsible for carrying out duties related to voter registration, absentee voting through the mail, in person early voting, and managing election supplies and voting equipment.
2. Assist in training seasonal election judges.
3. Review and process voter registration applications and related documents using the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS).
4. Review and process absentee ballot applications and related documents using the SVRS.
5. Investigate and resolve issues of simple to moderate complexity related to incomplete and inaccurate voter registration and absentee ballot applications. Verify the accuracy of voter records and update within SVRS using quality control processes.
6. Issue absentee ballots to county residents through the mail, ensuring accuracy of materials.
7. Administer the in person early voting process at county service centers.
8. Provide election related information to the public through phone and email.
9. Prepare and complete orders of delivery and pickup for all election related activities.
10. Organize, inventory, prepare, and distribute the supplies and technologies used to conduct elections.
11. Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1-11 are essential.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment
• Knowledge of Minnesota election processes, laws, policies and procedures
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with the public, department and County associates in a professional manner.
• Ability to organize work efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to use computers and computer programs proficiently
• Ability to perform accurate detail work with figures, statistical records, filing proofreading and spelling.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently work under pressure in a highly visible work environment during elections.
Work Environment
Work is performed in a County office building. Some travel within Dakota County may be required. Lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis. Position may require travel within Dakota County and will require occasional use of a personal vehicle. Equipment that may be used include, but is not limited to, ballot counter, computer, tablet, printer, telephone, calculator, copy and scanning machines.
Selection Process

• You submit an online application that includes supplemental questions
• We assign you a score based on your qualifications
• Top scoring candidates are referred to the hiring manager for interview consideration
• We conduct interviews and reference checks before extending an offer
• We extend an offer and conduct background checks

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*******Applicants for this recruitment will be rated based on their answers to the supplemental questions listed below and application materials. It is IMPERATIVE that information provided on the application and resume are detailed and clearly outline your work experience & skills. They must also support and/or match answers to the supplemental questions.Please initial the box below to CONFIRM that the information provided is accurate and true to the best of your knowledge. Falsification may result in disqualification from consideration for this and subsequent recruitments with Dakota County for up to three years.
02
Please select the highest level of education completed or Degree held. (Degree must be held by the closing date of this recruitment)

• I do not have a HS diploma or GED
• High School Diploma or G.E.D equivalent
• Associate's Degree or two years full time college credit (at least 60 college credits)
• Some college
• Bachelor's Degree

03
Please indicate at which location (s) you are willing to work:

• Administration Center in Hastings
• Western Service Center in Apple Valley
• Northern Service Center in West St Paul

04
I am eligible to vote in the State of Minnesota.

• Yes
• No

05
I am able to read, write, and speak English

• Yes
• No

06
I can read, write, or speak another language.

• Yes
• No

07
If you responded "yes" to the last question, please list language(s) in the box below
08
Are you related to a candidate or another Dakota County election judge?

• Yes
• No

09
Party Affiliation: At least two election judges in each precinct must be affiliated with different major political parties to maintain balance.Please select your party affiliation.

• Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party
• Grassroots-Legalize Cannabis Party
• Independence-Alliance Party
• Legal Marijuana Now Party
• Libertarian Party of Minnesota
• Republican Party of Minnesota
• Unaffiliated

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Notice: Some of the data you are asked to provide is classified as private. The purpose and intended use of this information is to verify your qualifications as an election judge, make work assignments and contact you. While you are not legally required to provide this information, if you do not provide it the County will be unable to process your application. The County may share the data with County staff who need this information to perform their duties as well as other entities and persons as authorized by law.Read and CertifyI certify that the information given in this application form and attachments are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.I understand the intended use of the data provided.I certify that I am not a candidate that will appear on the ballot in 2026.

• Yes
• No

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Please describe your experience working in election administration. Include dates of experience and job titles. Write "not applicable" if you have no experience.
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How many years of experience do you have working in elections? Do not count years only worked as an election judge in a polling place.

• 1 Year
• 2 Years
• 3 Years
• 4+ Years
• No experience but willing to learn.

13
How many years of experience do you have working for a volunteer organization with involvement in elections, such as the League of Women Voters?

• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 + years
• No experience but willing to learn.

14
Please describe your experience working with volunteer organizations with involvement in elections. Describe your role and length of time with the organization. Write "not applicable" if you have no experience.
15
List any election related certifications you hold, such as "certified municipal clerk". If you do not have any, please indicate NONE.
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Your response to this question will help Dakota County evaluate the effectiveness of recruitment sources for this specific position. Please select the one source that most closely describes how you first learned about this opportunity.

• Facebook
• Friend, Family or Colleague
• Indeed
• Job Fair or Dakota County Event
• Job Interest e-mails from Dakota County
• League of Minnesota Cities
• LinkedIn
• Diversityjobs.com
• Minnesotaworks.net
• Minnesota Association of Counties
• Monster
• Professional Association Website
• Referred by a Dakota County Employee
• College Website, Instructor, Career Services
• Dakota County Website
• Other

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If you selected "other" above, please indicate where you heard about this opportunity with Dakota County.
Required Question