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Run for State Treasurer in VT
Election Date: Aug 13, 2024Filing Deadline: May 30, 2024
Election Details
- Office level: state
- Length of term: 2 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $115,664/year
- Filing period: Apr 22, 2024 - May 30, 2024
- Positions: Vermont TreasurerVermont Treasurer
Job description
The Treasurer is the head of the state treasury and is responsible for the investment of State funds, issuing State bonds authorized by the General Assembly, serving as the central bank for State agencies, managing the State's cash balances, processing of checks, and the reconciliation of payroll and vendor checks, safeguarding and returning unclaimed or abandoned financial property, which is held in trust by the State until the rightful owner can be located, administrating three major pension plans, the deferred compensation plan, and the defined contribution plan for State employees, teachers, and participating municipalities, and other duties
Eligibility requirements
No person shall be eligible to the office of Treasurer until the person shall have resided in this State two years next preceding the day of election.
FAQ
How often is State Treasurer elected?
The position of State Treasurer is typically elected every 2 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 VT?
Signature requirement of 500
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State
Where is the filing office?
Vermont Secretary of State’s Office, 128 State Street, Montpelier, VT 05633.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling (802) 828-2363.
How do I get started running for State Treasurer?
You can start running for State Treasurer 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 State Treasurer includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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