Job description
Council Members represent Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in their county. Members brings an understanding of local issues to important decisions about educational opportunities. Members bring research-based programs in human sciences, agriculture and natural resources, 4-H youth development, and community and economic development from Iowa State University to your local communities. These programs help citizens solve critical issues affecting their lives. You have the responsibility to be a good steward of taxpayer dollars, investing in educational programs. Members provide mentoring and leadership for county paid staff.
Eligibility requirements
Nominations: Candidate can be nominated at a Primary Election, after a Primary Election by Political Party Convention, nominated by a non-party political organization convention, and by a nomination by petition. All people seeking elected office must be a citizen at the time of the election, an Iowa resident at the time of the election. Registered voter of the county/supervisor district when sworn in. Must be 18 years of age, with exception of the County Sheriff for which you must be 21 years old. An eligible elector may not: Be a convicted felon, be currently judged incompetent to vote by a court, and claim the right to vote in any other place.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 101 1st St N, Newton, IA 50208
Filing phone number: 641-792-7016
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Auditor's office.
Filing requirements: You'll need a nominating petition from the county Auditor. At least 25 eligible voters must sign the petition, and you must file it with the Auditor no later than the 68th day before the general election. You must also file an affidavit stating your name, residence and an assurance that you are an eligible candidate. No political party is designated.