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Run for County Superintendent of Schools in Maricopa County, AZ
Election Date: Aug 6, 2024Filing Deadline: Apr 8, 2024
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $125,112/year
- Filing period: Mar 9, 2024 - Apr 8, 2024
- Positions: Maricopa County School SuperintendentMaricopa County School Superintendent
Job description
The Maricopa County Superintendent of Schools leads the Maricopa County Education Service Agency. Duties include establishing a shared vision for the Schools, which reflects a consensus of the board, students, community and district staff. The Superintendent has a wide variety of additional responsibilities, such as adopting annual budgets and issuing interim financial reports, , negotiating contracts with employees, approving curriculum materials and closing or constructing Schools.
Eligibility requirements
A person is eligible for election as county school superintendent if the person holds a basic or standard certificate to teach in the schools of this state.
FAQ
How often is County Superintendent of Schools elected?
The position of County Superintendent of Schools is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be partisan?
Partisan elections require candidates to declare a party affiliation, like Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Independent.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Maricopa County, AZ?
No filing fee; signature requirement of at least .25% but not more than 10% of the total number of qualified signers in the county or district.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Election's office.
Where is the filing office?
510 S. Third Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85003.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 602-506-1511.
How do I get started running for County Superintendent of Schools?
You can start running for County Superintendent of Schools by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for County Superintendent of Schools includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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