Elections Judge - Temp (Election Day Only)

Job Number: 488 
Salary: $16.00 - $18.50
Department/Office: Clerk & Recorder's Office
Division:  Elections
Job Type: Election Judge
Posting Date: 03/16/2026 
Closing Date: 10/29/2026 

The Arapahoe County government serves its communities in ways both obvious and obscure. As the beating heart of local and regional government, we’re here for our neighbors on their best days—and their worst. We share our residents’ goals of preserving our quality of life and strive to be the place we’re proud to call home.                

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF JOB:

The Temporary Election Day Only Worker is available for citizens who are only able to work the day of Election Day and consist of serving voters by helping out at Drive-up Tent Team locations or on the Election Night Ballot Security Team.

DUTIES:

Drive-up Tent Team:

Election Day Drive-up Tent Team Judges will work outside for the duration of their shift. They will collect ballots from voters who drive up to the drop-off location and will securely deposit the ballots in the drop-boxes. Drive-up Tent Teams shifts will be either in the morning at 6:30 am - 1:00 pm or afternoon, 12:45 pm - 7:15pm. This position requires Computer Skill Level 1 (Minimal).

Election Night Ballot Security Team:

The Election Night Ballot Security Team begins their shift at 4:00 pm on election day at the Arapahoe County Elections Facility. In bipartisan teams of two (2) they depart the facility, in private vehicles, and head to 24-hour drop boxes. At 7:00 pm on election night, they are in place and lock the 24-hour ballot drop box, remove ballots and place them in a locked and sealed box for transport and receiving at the Elections Facility. This position requires Computer Skill Level 1 (Minimal).

Additional Duties:

• May assist in retrieving, returning and receiving ballots collected from voters or 24-hour drop-off boxes and Voter Service and Polling Centers (VSPCs).
• May be interacting with the voting public.
• Must accurately complete chain of custody documentation.

Supervision Received

Receives immediate supervision from Election employees and/or Election Judge Leads. May also receive supervision from the Election Managers or the Deputy Director of Elections.

Interpersonal Contacts

Primary contacts are with the voting public, the Ballot Security Team, and other Election Judges at their assigned location. Judges may also interact with employees of Arapahoe County Elections. Contacts require the ability to exercise a high degree of interpersonal skills to influence persons at all levels. Incumbent is accountable for the results of the contact.

REQUIREMENTS:

Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Knowledge of state statutes, regulations, procedures and forms applicable to Elections division operations.
• Personal communication skills enabling courteous and diplomatic interactions with elections watchers as well at establishing effective working relationships with other election judges and election staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally, electronically and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work long hours when needed.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to use personal cell phones for communication with elections staff and other election judges.
• Ability to remain calm and positive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks within the project and meet required deadlines.
• Ability to work as a team player, and independently, with some direction.
• Ability to accurately sort, file, and review documents.

Competencies:

• Consistently punctual.
• Flexible, willing to work long hours when necessary.
• Exhibits professionalism and works well with others.
• Follows instructions and responds well to management direction.
• Maintain a clean workspace.
• Accepts responsibility for own actions and work product.
• Able to remain politically neutral while carrying out the duties of an Election Judge

Behavioral Competencies (these are required for all positions at ACG): 

Accountability         Accessibility          Inclusivity         Integrity

Education and Experience:  

• 18 years of age or older
• A resident and registered to vote in Colorado
• Pass a Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) background check
• Not a candidate or a relative to the 2nd degree of a candidate on the ballot

Additional Requirements:

Election Night Ballot Security Team:

• Must also pass a Colorado Motor Vehicle background check
• Must be comfortable driving in a private vehicle in a bipartisan team

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is outside in the elements or maybe driving a personal vehicle.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Spends 90% of each day standing and walking and 10% sitting.
• Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication, as well as communication through automated devices such as cell phone.
• The ability to work outdoors, under an awning or tent during any weather conditions. Propane heaters will be provided as needed.
• Occasionally lifts or carries up to 50lbs, with the assistance of a co-worker.

Below, please list any special physical demands associated with this position.  For instance, exposure to hazardous environments, bloodborne pathogens, extreme heat/cold, use of power equipment or machinery, wearing of PPE (personal protective equipment). 

Definitions:

Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.

Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.

Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.

** Arapahoe County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other status protected under the law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors. Arapahoe County is committed to making employment accessible to persons with disabilities.

** In accordance with Senate Bill 23-058, applicants understand that Arapahoe County will not request or require the applicant to include their age, date of birth, or date of attendance/graduation date on the initial application. Applicants understand that Arapahoe County can request or require an individual to provide documentation including copies of certification, transcripts, and other materials created by a third party. The applicant understands that the applicant can redact, if they so choose, information that identifies age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from an educational institution on those requested/required certification, transcripts and other materials created by a third party.