Carlton School District

Serving as an Election Judge at Carlton Schools

Become an Election Judge

Election Judges are needed to help administer elections. Many Election Judges are needed to make sure this process goes smoothly. Election Judges open and close the polls on Election Day. They help voters who need assistance, ensure only qualified voters are permitted to vote and certify precinct election results. Sometimes Election Judges are hired to process Absentee Ballots with the Absentee Ballot Board. To learn more about being an Election Judge, read the State's Election Judge Trainee Brochure (PDF).

Eligibility Requirements

To be an Election Judge, you must be:

At least 18 years of age
A Minnesota resident for at least 20 days
A citizen of the United States (identification may be required)
Able to read, write and speak the English language
Eligible to vote in Minnesota
Appointed by the Municipal Clerk
Able to attend biennial training sessions

You cannot be:

Related to another Election Judge in the same precinct
A candidate for the election in which you are serving
A candidate's spouse, parent, child, brother, or sister
Living with a candidate on the ballot at that election, either permanently or temporarily

Employer Requirements

Employers are required to give you time off of work to serve as an Election Judge during State elections (even years)
A 20-day written notice must be provided to your employer

For more information, see Minnesota Statutes 204B.195.

Payment of Services

Election Judges are paid for their services or they can choose to do it voluntarily. See the school district election clerk for specific compensation.

Responsibilities & Duties

Administer election procedures in the voting place
Open and/or close the polls
Process absentee ballots
Help voters requiring assistance
Help protect the rights of voters on Election Day
Register new voters at the polling site
Distribute ballots
Ensure only qualified voters are permitted to vote only once

Maintain order in the voting place throughout the day
Responsible for all election materials
Work at one or several elections during your term
Obtain the results after the polls are closed
Certify the precinct election results

Contact Information

If you have any questions contact:
Ina Kennedy
School District Election Clerk
405 School Ave.
Carlton, MN 55718

Email: ikennedy@carlton.k12.mn.us

Phone: 218-384-4225 x114