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Summary
Salary: $22.00 Hourly
Location : Hastings, MN
Job Type: Intermittent
Job Number: 94110.26.001
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: $22.00 / hourly
LOCATION: Hastings
UNION: None
CLOSE DATE: Continuous with first review of applicants onMay 18, 2026
Election Judge Ballot Board Members are responsible for reviewing and processing absentee ballots returned by the voter to Dakota County during the 45 days before an election. Review and process ballots within voter registration system database. Works closely with election judges of different major political parties. Have the flexibility to be scheduled to serve on the board every day or to be called in as replacement on short notice.
Open positions are available at the Administration Center in Hastings.
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- 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
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.
- Review returned absentee ballots for completion.
- Determine voter's registration status within the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS) and the signature envelope.
- Compare voter's identifying requirements within the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS) and ensure voter has signed the envelope.
- Review voter's witness eligibility.
- Issue replacement ballots if envelope was rejected.
- Record accepted absentee ballots within SVRS.
- Count and balance absentee ballots.
- Open and prepare ballots for scanning.
- Tabulate absentee ballots.
- Other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1-10 are essential.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment- Basic knowledge of computers.
- Ability to work under pressure effectively and efficiently during elections.
- Ability to perform accurate and detailed work proofreading, filing, and balancing.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
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.
Visit our Benefits site for more information.
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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.
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Do you have experience working in elections in Dakota County?- Yes
- No
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I am eligible to vote in the State of Minnesota.- Yes
- No
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I am able to read, write, and speak English- Yes
- No
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I can read, write, or speak another language.- Yes
- No
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If you responded "yes" to the last question, please list language(s) in the box below
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Are you related to a candidate or another Dakota County election judge?- Yes
- No
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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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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.- Friend, Family or Colleague
- Indeed
- Job Fair or Dakota County Event
- Job Interest e-mails from Dakota County
- League of Minnesota Cities
- 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.
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Job Description
Salary: $22.00 Hourly
Location : Hastings, MN
Job Type: Intermittent
Job Number: 94110.26.001
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: $22.00 / hourly
LOCATION: Hastings
UNION: None
CLOSE DATE: Continuous with first review of applicants onMay 18, 2026
Election Judge Ballot Board Members are responsible for reviewing and processing absentee ballots returned by the voter to Dakota County during the 45 days before an election. Review and process ballots within voter registration system database. Works closely with election judges of different major political parties. Have the flexibility to be scheduled to serve on the board every day or to be called in as replacement on short notice.
Open positions are available at the Administration Center in Hastings.
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- 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
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.
- Review returned absentee ballots for completion.
- Determine voter's registration status within the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS) and the signature envelope.
- Compare voter's identifying requirements within the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS) and ensure voter has signed the envelope.
- Review voter's witness eligibility.
- Issue replacement ballots if envelope was rejected.
- Record accepted absentee ballots within SVRS.
- Count and balance absentee ballots.
- Open and prepare ballots for scanning.
- Tabulate absentee ballots.
- Other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1-10 are essential.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities and Work Environment- Basic knowledge of computers.
- Ability to work under pressure effectively and efficiently during elections.
- Ability to perform accurate and detailed work proofreading, filing, and balancing.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
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.
Visit our Benefits site for more information.
01
*******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
Do you have experience working in elections in Dakota County?- Yes
- No
03
I am eligible to vote in the State of Minnesota.- Yes
- No
04
I am able to read, write, and speak English- Yes
- No
05
I can read, write, or speak another language.- Yes
- No
06
If you responded "yes" to the last question, please list language(s) in the box below
07
Are you related to a candidate or another Dakota County election judge?- Yes
- No
08
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
09
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
10
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.- Friend, Family or Colleague
- Indeed
- Job Fair or Dakota County Event
- Job Interest e-mails from Dakota County
- League of Minnesota Cities
- 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.
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