Run for County Superintendent of Schools in Riverside County, CA

Election Date: Jun 2, 2026
Filing Deadline: Mar 6, 2026

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Election Details

Office level: county
Length of term: 4 years
Commitment level: Part Time
Affiliation: nonpartisan
Typical salary: N/A
Filing period: Feb 9, 2026 - Mar 6, 2026
Positions:
Riverside County School Superintendent
Riverside County School Superintendent

Job description

The elected Riverside County Superintendent of Schools serves as both the chief executive officer of the Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) and the Superintendent of Schools for the county's preschool through 12th grade segment of that system--the 4th largest in the state. The County Superintendent leads the team of employees at the RCOE in working with each of the county's 430,000 students to help ensure all students receive a high quality education, and that they graduate from high school well prepared for the workplace and for college. The County Superintendent and staff work to ensure each school district remains in solid financial condition. The County Superintendent advocates at the local, state and national levels for good public education policy on behalf of the students, families, schools and school districts in the county.

Eligibility requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age, a citizen of the state, a resident of the school district, a registered voter, and not disqualified by the constitution or laws of the state from holding a civil office

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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 nonpartisan?

Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.

What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Riverside County, CA?

Filing fee is 1% of the first year salary as of the first day on which a candidate may circulate petitions in-lieu of filing fees; signature requirement if the number of registered voters in the district in which a candidate seeks nomination is 2,000 or more is three signatures of registered voters for each dollar of the filing fee, or 7 percent of the total of registered voters in the district, whichever is less; if the number of registered voters in the district in which a candidate seeks nomination is less than 2,000, requirement is three signatures of registered voters for each dollar of the filing fee, or 14 percent of the total of registered voters in the district in which the candidate seeks nomination, whichever is less.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the county registrar of voters' office.

Where is the filing office?

2724 Gateway Dr, Riverside, CA 92507.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 951-486-7200.

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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