8 Things to Know Before Running for Local Office
September 27, 2023
Run for Local School Board in Ray USD 3, AZ
Election Date: Nov 5, 2024Filing Deadline: Aug 7, 2024
Election Details
- Office level: local
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $0
- Filing period: Jul 8, 2024 - Aug 7, 2024
- Positions: Ray USD 3 School Board
Job description
The Local School Board member is responsible for overseeing school operations within the district, and often for hiring/firing of school superintendents.
Eligibility requirements
A person who is a registered voter of this state and has been a resident of the school district for at least one year immediately preceding the day of election is eligible for election to the office of governing board member. No employee of a school district, including a person who directly provides certified or classified services to the school district as an employee of a third-party contractor, or the spouse of such an employee may hold membership on a governing board of a school district by which the employee is employed. A member of one governing board is ineligible to be a candidate for nomination or election to or serve simultaneously as a member of any other governing board, except that a member of a governing board may be a candidate for nomination or election for any other governing board if the member is serving in the last year of a term of office. A member of a governing board shall resign the member's seat on the governing board before becoming a candidate for nomination or election to the governing board of any other school district, unless the member of the governing board is serving in the last year of a term of office. (ARS 15-421)
FAQ
How often is Local School Board elected?
The position of Local School Board is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Ray USD 3, AZ?
No filing fee. Petition signature requirement of 0.5% of the total voter registration in the school district or career technical education district.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the county school superintendent's office.
Where is the filing office?
75 Bailey St, Florence, AZ 85132.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 520-866-6565.
How do I get started running for Local School Board?
You can start running for Local School Board 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 Local School Board includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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