Seasonal Polling Place Election Judge

Bloomington Police Department, MN; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bloomington is hiring election judges for the August 11, 2026, Primary Election and the November 3, 2026, General Election. Election judges administer election procedures at polling places and serve the community by ensuring accurate vote handling and customer service.

Positions are temporary seasonal with non-exempt status. Training is required, and emphasis is on integrity, respect, and teamwork in a diverse community setting.

Qualifications

• United States citizen.
• Eligible to vote in Minnesota (or serve as a student election judge).
• Able to read, write, and speak English clearly.
• Not a relative of another election judge in the same precinct, or a candidate on the ballot.
• Not a candidate in that election, or live with any candidate on the ballot.

Responsibilities

• Arrive at polling place at the assigned time.
• Be courteous and respectful to all voters regardless of race, physical challenge or English proficiency.
• Read the Election Judge Guide prior to Election Day and participate in the Election Judge Training.
• Be responsible for the security of election equipment and supplies.
• Complete all election documentation accurately and completely.
• Support and report immediately to the Head Judge any malfunction or possible tampering of voting equipment, unusual or suspicious behavior.
• Abstain from making personal and political opinion comments while serving as an election judge.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer service

Attention to detail

Math proficiency

Organized

Teamwork

Job description

The City of Bloomington is hiring election judges for the August 11, 2026, Primary Election and the November 3, 2026, General Election. Election judges administer election procedures at polling places and serve the community by ensuring accurate vote handling and customer service.

Positions are temporary seasonal with non-exempt status. Training is required, and emphasis is on integrity, respect, and teamwork in a diverse community setting.