LEONARDTOWN, Md. – The St. Mary’s County Election Office is seeking Election Judges for the 2020 Presidential Election.

Election Judges are responsible for administering the actual voting procedures in each precinct. These individuals are the only contact the Board of Elections has with the general public during voting hours. Therefore, Election Judges must be reliable, courteous, present a neat appearance, be able to follow procedure, and above all else, possess good judgement. Without Election Judges, it would be impossible to conduct an election.

To Serve As An Election Judge You Must:

  • Be at least 16 years of age.
  • Be a registered voter in Maryland.
  • Be able to speak, read and write in the English language.
  • Be physically able to work throughout Election Day. (6 a.m. – 9 p.m.)
  • Must complete mandatory training.
  • Cannot be a candidate, campaign manager for a candidate, or a treasurer for a candidate or political party.
  • Cannot engage in partisan or political activity while on duty.
  • This is a paid position.

Please Contact our office today for an application at 301-475-4200, ext. 1625, or go to our website and apply https://www.stmarysmd.com/supervisorofelections/. State and County employees will receive administrative leave for working Election Day!

The General Election is on Tuesday, November 3, 2020.