Monroe County, Ohio - Board of Elections

05/05/2026

04/15/2026

https://lookup.boe.ohio.gov/vtrapp/monroe/avlookup.aspx

04/10/2026

1. Complete your absentee ballot application online, print it out and sign the application, then return it to the Board of Elections by April 28 in person or by mail to receive your ballot by mail. https://www.boe.ohio.gov/comoh/Absentee_Request_11-A.pdf
2. Return your absentee ballots to the Board of Elections by mail or place in the drop box located next to the rear entrance by close of polls on election day.

04/07/2026

Early, in person voting office hours at the Board of Elections office are as follows:
Tues April 7 – Fri April 10: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Mon April 13 – Fri April 17: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Mon April 20 – Fri April 24: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Mon April 27: 7:30 am to 7:30 pm
Tues April 28: 7:30 am to 8:30 pm
Wed April 29 – Fri May 1: 7:30 am to 7:30 pm
Sat May 2: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sun May 3: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

03/20/2026

Complete your absentee ballot application online, print it out and sign the application, then return it to the Board of Elections by April 28 in person or by mail to receive your ballot by mail. https://www.boe.ohio.gov/comoh/Absentee_Request_11-A.pdf

03/17/2026

Make a plan to vote in the May 5th Primary election.

03/10/2026

Monday, April 6 is the last day to update your voter information or to register to vote for the May 5, 2026 Primary election.

The office will be open 9AM to 9PM Monday or visit VoteOhio.gov.

Early voting begins Tuesday, April 7.

02/06/2026

Democratic Director/Deputy Director Position

The Monroe County Board of Elections is currently accepting resumes for the full-time position of Democratic Director/Deputy Director at its office located at 117 N Main St, Suite 12, Woodsfield. The deadline to apply is March 9, 2026.

Potential candidates must be:
• a registered voter in Monroe County, Ohio (or be willing to relocate and register within 30 days of appointment),
• must be affiliated with the Democratic party (if unaffiliated with a political party, be willing to vote a Democratic ballot in the May primary)
• and must pass a criminal background check.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; college education is preferred.
• Experience and skills required:
o strong organizational skills and attention to detail,
o familiarity with budgeting and public fund appropriation,
o ability to comprehend and interpret a variety of documents,
o professional and courteous demeanor at all times,
o strong computer skills,
o and willingness and availability to work extended hours as directed by the Secretary of State and Board of Elections requirements.

Refer to Chapter 2, Section 2.04 of the Ohio Election Official Manual for additional minimum qualifications. (https://www.ohiosos.gov/globalassets/elections/directives/2026/eom/dir2026-05-ch02.pdf)

Applicants may submit their resume along with three professional references and completed Form 307 (https://www.boe.ohio.gov/monroe/c/upload/Form307.pdf) electronically in pdf format to [email protected], Subject: Director/Deputy Director position or by mail to:

Monroe County Board of Elections, Attn: Director/Deputy Director position
117 N Main St, Suite 12
Woodsfield, OH 43793

The application deadline is March 9, 2026.

Email [email protected] or call 740-472-0929 with any questions.

Send a message to learn more

01/25/2026

❄️Notice of Office Closure❄️
Due to the inclement weather conditions, the Monroe County Board of Elections Office will be closed tomorrow Monday, January 26, 2026.

We want to say Thank You to all those out working to clear the snow and ice, and we hope they all stay safe!!