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September 27, 2023
Run for County Assessor//Property Appraiser in Jackson County, IL
Election Date: Mar 17, 2026Filing Deadline: Dec 1, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: N/A
- Filing period: Nov 24, 2025 - Dec 1, 2025
- Positions: Jackson County AssessorJackson County Assessor
Job description
The Assessor is charged with several administrative and statutory duties; however, the primary duty and responsibility is to cause to be assessed all real property within their jurisdiction except that which is otherwise provided by law. This would include residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural classes of property. Real property is revalued every four years. The effective date of the assessment is January First of the current year. The assessor determines a full or partial value of new construction, or improvements depending upon the state of completion as of January First
Eligibility requirements
Candidate must be a United States citizen, must be a resident of the county for 30 days, must be a registered voter in the county.
FAQ
How often is County Assessor//Property Appraiser elected?
The position of County Assessor//Property Appraiser 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 Jackson County, IL?
No filing fee; Signature requirement 0.5% of the qualified electors of their party who cast votes at the last preceding general election in their county. Independent candidates: Not less than 5% nor more than 8% (or 50 more than the minimum, whichever is greater), signed by qualified voters of the county, of the total number of persons who voted at the last General Election in the county.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
1001 Walnut St, Murphysboro, IL 62966.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 618-687-7360.
How do I get started running for County Assessor//Property Appraiser?
You can start running for County Assessor//Property Appraiser 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 Assessor//Property Appraiser includes a primary, but not a runoff election.
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