Department: City Manager s Office Supervisor: City Clerk/Communications Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Union Status: Non-Union Grade: Temporary Revision Date: January 2023 Prepared By: Employee Resources Organizational Mission and Core Values: We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses to be achieved by focusing on the core values of being responsive, driven and friendly. Position Objective: To assist with preparations and administration of elections process. Election Judges are essential to our democracy. Serving as an Election Worker provides an opportunity to learn more about election processes, lead and teach Election Judge teams, and serve the local community. Additional Duties and Responsibilities for Absentee Ballot Judges: 1. Access State Voter Registration System (SVRS) to verify voter s information and eligibility to register or vote. 2. Update state voter records as required. 3. Handle confidential data. 4. Lead, manage, supervise, and provide work direction to all Election Judges assigned to polling place Minimum Qualifications: 1. Be able to read, write, and speak English. 2. Be eligible to vote in Minnesota. 3. Complete required online training session(s). Additional Qualifications for Head Judge and Absentee Ballot Judge: 1. Previous experience as an Election Judge. 2. Must be a registered voter. Unqualified Persons: 1. A candidate who is on the ballot in that precinct. 2. The spouse, parent, stepparent, child, stepchild, sibling, or stepsibling of any candidate on the ballot in the same precinct. 3. The spouse, parent, child, or sibling of an Election Judge serving in the same precinct. 4. Anyone who signed or circulated a Nomination Petition for a candidate. 5. Any member of a committee petitioning for a referendum or recall on the ballot. Desired Qualifications: 1. Previous administrative experience. 2. Bilingual or multilingual. 3. Previously served as Election Judge. 4. Available for assignment at any precinct. 5. Comfortable using computer systems and election technology. 6. Supervision experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 1. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with people from all cultures and backgrounds. 2. Ability to handle, discern and maintain confidentiality as required by State law. 3. Knowledge of rules, regulations, and codes related to elections. 4. Ability to work under pressure and/or with frequent interruptions. 5. Ability to handle high-stress situations and remain calm under pressure. 6. Ability to tactfully address issues with difficult or angry people and determine when to request assistance from City staff. 7. Ability to work well with the public and effectively deal with angry or disgruntled voters. Physical Demands & Working Conditions: Work is performed in a variety of settings. Headaches, eyestrain, and other related occupational hazards reflect the most common potential for injury in the office. Work is light duty with ability to lift, carry or push up to 10 pounds. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. EEO/ADAAA July 2023 The City of Fridley will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, age, or sexual orientation.