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City of Inver Grove Heights, MN

Election Judge

MN · On-site

$14 - $16/hr

Seasonal/Temporary Job Number: 2025-0062 Department: Administration Division: General Admin/Clerk ... General Election on Tuesday November 3rd In addition to working those days, Election Judge training ...

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As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary election worker in the United States is $23.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Election Worker vs Poll Worker?

AspectTemporary Election WorkerPoll Worker
CredentialsMinimal, often training providedSimilar, often requires training and sometimes certification
Work EnvironmentElection offices, polling sitesPolling stations on election day
Employer & IndustryGovernment election offices, election commissionsLocal government, election boards
Work DurationShort-term, during election periodsTypically one or two days during elections

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What are temporary election workers?

Temporary election workers are individuals hired for a short period to assist with the administration of elections. Their duties can include setting up polling stations, checking in voters, distributing ballots, assisting voters with the voting process, and counting votes at the end of Election Day. These workers play a vital role in ensuring that elections run smoothly and fairly. Temporary election work typically lasts only during the election period and may involve training before the event.

What are the typical responsibilities and daily tasks of a Temporary Election Worker during an election period?

Temporary Election Workers are responsible for a variety of tasks that ensure smooth and fair election operations. Their daily responsibilities often include setting up and breaking down polling stations, assisting voters with the check-in process, verifying voter identification, issuing ballots, and providing guidance on how to use voting equipment. They must also follow strict protocols to maintain the integrity and confidentiality of the voting process. Collaboration with other election staff and clear communication with voters are essential parts of the role, especially during busy voting times.

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Election Judge

City of Inver Grove Heights, MN

MN • On-site

$14 - $16/hr

Temporary

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Job description

Salary: $14.00 - $16.00 Hourly
Location : IGH City Hall, MN
Job Type: Seasonal/Temporary
Job Number: 2025-0062
Department: Administration
Division: General Admin/Clerk
Opening Date: 02/06/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Description
Inver Grove Heights' polling locations are staffed by citizens who are appointed as Election Judges.
In 2026 there will be two elections.
  • State Primary on Tuesday August 11th
  • General Election on Tuesday November 3rd

In addition to working those days, Election Judge training (paid) is required prior to working in a precinct on Election Day. Multiple training sessions will be offered throughout the year.
Essential Job Functions
Election Judges are responsible for the administration of election procedures in each precinct on each Election Day. Serving as an Election Judge is an opportunity to give back to the community. Throughout each election day you will perform all of the following activities:
  • Prepare the polling location for voting activities. (Set up equipment and voting materials.)
  • Be a Greeter Judge. (Greet voters and verify polling location.)
  • Be a Register/Registration Judge. (Check-In Registered Voters and Register New Voters on the iPad ePollbook.)
  • Be a Ballot Judge. (Demonstrate how to mark a ballot, certify ballots and provide ballots to voters.)
  • Be a Ballot-Counter Judge. (Monitor and resolve ballot counter messages.)
  • Those who serve as Head Judges lead election activities in the precinct.

Qualifications
  • You must be at least 18 years of age by the election day you work, a resident of Minnesota for at least 20 days, and a citizen of the United States.
  • You cannot be the husband, wife, parent, child, brother or sister of a candidate, or live with a candidate.
  • You cannot be related to or live with another Election Judge working in the same precinct during the same shift.
  • You cannot be a candidate for the election in which you are serving as an Election Judge.
  • You cannot be an Election Judge unless you can read, write, and speak English.
  • You must be able to stay focused in a noisy and active environment.
  • You must be comfortable using an iPad or Tablet.

To ensure political party balance in each precinct, Election Judges must provide their party affiliation to the City Clerk. (See Supplemental Questions.)
Supplemental Information
Election Judges will be paid a rate of $14.00 per hour. Head Judges will be paid a rate of $16.00 per hour.
Your employer is required to give you time off from work to be an Election Judge without a reduction in pay.* To qualify, you must:
  1. Notify your employer in writing at least 20 days in advance of Election Day.
  2. Attach a copy of your schedule and pay rate form (provided by the City) to your written notice.

*"Without a reduction in pay" means you get to earn at least the same amount you would have, had you gone to work that day. In practice, this means your employer can ask you to turn over the amount you earn as an Election Judge during hours you would have normally been scheduled to work, or your employer can deduct that amount from your normal pay. You can voluntarily take a vacation day to be fully paid by your employer and receive the Election Judge pay you earn as extra income. An employer cannot force you to take vacation or any other form of paid leave. If requested, the City Clerk will provide a letter identifying the statute that allows for this activity. All Election Judges are required to attend a state-mandated, three-hour elections-training class during every even year. Several training sessions will be conducted by City elections staff at City Hall during the day and in the evening. Head Judges will have an additional two hours of training for a total of five hours. The City Clerk will notify hired Election Judges of the dates and times for training.
The quantity of Election Judges staffed in each precinct depends upon the needs of each election.
This position carries no benefits.
01
Will you be atleast 18 years of age as of the election day you plan to work?
  • Yes
  • No

02
Are you the spouse, parent, child or sibling of, or live with, an individual who is a candidate in the upcoming election?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Do you have previous experience working as an Election Judge?
  • Yes
  • No

04
Do you have previous experience working as an Election Judge in Inver Grove Heights?
  • Yes
  • No

05
Do you have previous experience working as a Head Judge?
  • Yes
  • No

06
Would you be interested in servings as a Head Judge?
  • Yes
  • No

07
Electronic Pollbooks via iPads (ePollbooks) are used in each precinct for election administration. Do you have experience and/or are you comfortable with an iPad or Tablet?
  • No Experience
  • Beginner
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced

08
Please declare your political party affiliation (for staffing party balance in each precint).
  • DFL
  • Republican
  • Legalize Marijuana Now Party
  • I do not affiliate with either of the parties above.

09
Which elections are you available to work?
  • State Primary
  • General Election
  • Both

10
Which hours/shift do you prefer? (Note: assigned hours will be determined for each election).
  • 1/2 day morning to early afternoon (i.e. 6:00 am - 2:00 pm)
  • 1/2 day early afternoon to 10:00 pm (i.e. 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm)
  • All day

11
Please select your polling place preference. (Note: indicating your preference does not guarantee assignment to that precinct.)
  • Emanuel Lutheran Church - 2075 70th St E
  • St Thomas Becket Catholic Church Lower Level - 4455 Robert Trl S
  • Fire Station No 2, 9200 Courthouse Blvd
  • VMCC - Community Center, 8055 Barbara Ave
  • Grace Church of the Nazarene, 7950 Blaine Ave
  • Good Shepherd, 7600 Cahill Ave
  • St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 3535 72nd St E
  • River Heights Vineyard Church, 6070 Cahill Ave
  • First Calvary Baptist Church, 5495 Robert Trail S
  • Bethesda Lutheran Church, 2855 47th St E
  • Amazing Grace 7160 Robert Trail S
  • Inver Hills Church, 8265 Babcock Trail
  • No Preference

12
To give back to the community, Minnesota Statute 204B.31 allows Election Judges to work unpaid and volunteer their time. Please indicate your preference.
  • I would like to be paid for my time.
  • I will work as an unpaid volunteer

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