Cook County, MN is currently recruiting election judges to help ensure fair, accurate, and accessible elections. Election judges play a vital role in administering elections and supporting voters at polling places across the community.

Polling Place Election Judge:

• Availability for either or both elections:
• State Primary Election, Tuesday, August 11, 2026
• State General Election, Tuesday, November 3, 2026
• Full or half day shifts (6 a.m. to 10 p.m.)

Early Voting/Absentee Election Judge:

• Flexible part-time weekday hours (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
• Hours and Days will vary
• July 27- August 11
• October 19- November 3

Minnesota law requires party balance between the major political parties.  At this time, there is a greater need for election judges affiliated with the Republican party.

Judges will be paid $18 per hour. Positions are not eligible for benefits.

For more information, please contact Cook County Elections, Cook County Courthouse, 

411 W 2nd St, Grand Marais, MN (218) 387-3640 or email [email protected]