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Wanted:
Election Judges |
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What
are election judges? |
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Election
judges supervise and help with elections. They work at the
election polls. |
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Who
is eligible? |
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Students
at least 18 years of age can serve as election judges. You
must be a registered voter in Scott County and willing to
serve. You must be able to read, write, and speak English.
(Judges cannot be closely related to a candidate nor another
election judge.) |
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What
are some duties of election judges? |
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* open
and close the polls (judges work from 6:00 a.m. to about
10:00 p.m. (some half-shifts
are available
* be responsible for all election materials
* ensure
that only qualified voters are permitted to vote and that
each voter is permitted only
one vote
* distribute
ballots
* ensure all votes are cast in secret
* help voters requiring assistance
* maintain order and ensure a nonpartisan atmosphere
* tally results after polls close
* certify the precinct election results.
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What
are the benefits? |
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you get paid
* build a great resume item with little effort
* develop your leadership and organizational skills
* serve as a role model for young voters and provide a welcoming
atmosphere
* fulfill America's needs: there is a statewide shortage of
election judges. |
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How
to become an election judge |
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attend your precinct caucus and ask to be placed on the party
list of volunteers to be
election judges. |
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contact the
DFL for a brochure/form or call 651-293-1200. |
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How
are election judges selected? |
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Local
political parties provide lists of potential judges to county
auditors. County auditors may add your name to party lists
if you ask before sending them to the city clerks.
All appointments must be made at least 25 days before the
election, and most election judges are selected shortly after
July 1st.
If appointed, you will attend 2 to 3 hours of paid
training in July, August, or September.
Election judges typically serve in the precinct where they
live, but if shortages occur, you may be asked to serve elsewhere
in the county. Serve on Primary Day and General Election Day. |
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