Absentee Ballot Board/Vote-by-Mail Supervisor (Program Assistant)

Minneapolis

Saturday, 02 May 2026

The City of Minneapolis Elections & Voter Services is a division of the Office of the City Clerk whose purpose is to support access to local government. We administer local, state, and federal elections for Minneapolis voters. In a supervisory capacity, participate in clerical, technical, and administrative work for a Division or Department, relieving executives and professional staff of routine work, or provide support to specific programs and activities ensuring efficient operation. We are hiring for Absentee Ballot Board/ Vote-by-Mail Supervisor (1)The City Clerk's office is looking to fill one (1) temporary seasonal absentee voting supervisor position to oversee operations of absentee voting, specifically the oversight of the City of Minneapolis’s Absentee Ballot Board Tabulation Program, absentee voting support staff, and election judges. They will supervise and support the daily operations of the Absentee Ballot Board (AB Board) and Vote-by-Mail program. They will primarily manage the AB Board ballot tabulation and audit processes, will be responsible for recruiting, training, scheduling, and supervising AB Board Election Judges, and will also work with the other Vote-by-Mail supervisors on the daily operation of the Vote-by-Mail program. The Absentee Ballot Board is responsible for accepting and rejecting returned absentee ballots and the preparation and tabulation of accepted absentee ballots. This position's primary responsibility will be to manage and supervise the preparation and tabulation of all accepted absentee ballots cast by Minneapolis Voters. This is a full-time (30-50 hours per week), temporary positions scheduled for June 1, 2026 – December 18, 2026, covering the following scheduled elections:August 11, 2026, State Primary Election. November 3, 2026, General Election. Desirable candidates will have prior experience in: Elections; absentee/vote-by-mail voting; training, supervision, and management. Note: Anticipated starting salary range: $32.517 - $36.028/hr, depending on qualifications. Hours may fluctuate based on operational needs. Will involve evening and weekend hours, as needed, especially in the final week(s) leading up to each Election Day. Work Location: This position will work onsite at Minneapolis Elections & Voter Services: 980 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414. The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Job Duties and Responsibilities Assist with the development, supervision, and implementation of the absentee voting program with a focus on the Absentee Ballot Board. Assist with the resolution of problems that develop in relation to the activities of the program and direct/resolve complaints as necessary. Prepare materials and make presentations for the program assigned and assist in a variety of presentations to increase awareness, and provide information about services, facilities, programs, or legal requirements. Assist in hiring, scheduling, training, and mentoring of seasonal election support staff and Absentee Ballot Baord Judges, particularly Absentee Ballot Board staff. Assist with routine administrative detail in the absence of the program manager. Administer advanced operations related to absentee voting using the Statewide Voter Registration System online database. Manage inventory including absentee voting supplies, materials, and ballots. Oversee the production and distribution of applicable forms and supplies. Perform a wide range of clerical duties related to election operations which may include but are not limited to: election judge training activities; support roles in the election warehouse; and support roles for any other elections-related activities. Perform research, evaluation, and analysis. Working Conditions: Normal office setting with occasional field work; may involve assignments and travel to and from various Minneapolis Election sites such as additional early vote centers and health care facilities, including outdoor and/or warehouse-related activities. Pursuant to Minnesota Statute §204 C.06, Subd. 8, news media are granted access to polling places, and as part of the normal duties of this position, individuals may be recorded or appear in the background of media interviews or footage while performing their work; this is an inherent requirement of the position. Required Qualifications Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent; or currently attending high school. Eligible to vote in MN:Must be at least 18 years of age;Able to read, write, and speak English;Cannot be a candidate, or the spouse, parent, stepparent, child, stepchild, sibling or step- sibling of a candidate on the ballot;Cannot be domiciled, either permanently or temporarily, with any candidate on the ballot and;Cannot be a candidate in the election. Licenses/ Certifications: Election Judge Training provided. Desired Qualifications:Experience working in elections. Experience working in supervisory roles.

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