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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 3, 2026Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $190,728.00
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Maryland 6th Judicial Circuit Court Judge - Montgomery CountyMontgomery County Circuit Court ClerkMontgomery County Wills RegisterMontgomery County Council - At LargeMaryland State Senate - District 31...
Job description
The County Executive oversees the enforcement of the laws of Montgomery County and provides Executive direction to all departments and offices of the County government. The County Executive also develops policies; proposes plans, programs, budgets, and legislation to the County Council; adopts Executive Orders and Regulations and appoints residents to boards, committees, and commissions.
Eligibility requirements
The County Executive shall have been a resident of Montgomery County for the year preceding the election or appointment, shall be not less than thirty years of age, shall be a qualified voter of Montgomery County and shall not hold any other office of profit in federal, state, county or municipal government. The County Executive shall not, during the term of office, be eligible for appointment to any other County office or position carrying compensation. The County Executive shall devote full time to the duties of the office and shall not participate in any private occupation for compensation.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 18753 North Frederick Avenue Suite 210, Gaithersburg, MD 20879
Filing phone number: 240-777-8500
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Filing requirements: Filing location is the county, need a Campaign Account, financial disclosure is required, $25 filing fee
FAQ
How often is County Executive Head elected?
The position of County Executive Head 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 Montgomery County County, MD?
Filing location is the county, need a Campaign Account, financial disclosure is required, $25 filing fee
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Where is the filing office?
18753 North Frederick Avenue Suite 210, Gaithersburg, MD 20879.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 240-777-8500.
How do I get started running for County Executive Head?
You can start running for County Executive Head 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 Executive Head does not include a primary or runoff election.
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