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Run for County Highway Commissioner in Jefferson County, TN
Election Date: Aug 1, 2024Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: N/A
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Jefferson County Road Superintendent
Job description
The County Highway Commissioner is responsible for budgeting and appropriation of funds for all county activities; building and maintaining county roads; making and enforcing civil and criminal resolutions and ordinances not in conflict with state law, including those for land use and building construction; supporting and implementing state and federal mandates; executive oversight of all appointed county agencies; construction and maintenance of public buildings; fixing the tax levies for the county and its subordinate jurisdictions; authorizing payments owed by the county and auditing all officers having control of county funds; and managing county property and county funds.
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must reside in and be a qualified voter of the county. He or she must possess at least a high school diploma or GED and meet one of the following criteria: 1. Be licensed to practice engineering in TN, be a graduate of an accredited school of engineering, with at least 2 years of experience in highway construction or maintenance; or have a least 4 years' experience in supervisory capacity in highway construction or maintenance.
FAQ
How often is County Highway Commissioner elected?
The position of County Highway Commissioner 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 Jefferson County, TN?
No filing fee. Petition signature requirement of 25 signatures.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Election Commissioner's office.
Where is the filing office?
931 Industrial Park Road, Dandridge, TN 37725-0177.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 865-397-3440.
How do I get started running for County Highway Commissioner?
You can start running for County Highway Commissioner 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 Highway Commissioner includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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