Run for County Clerk/Recorder/School Superintendent (Joint) in Ravalli County, MT

Election Date: Jun 2, 2026
Filing Deadline: Mar 9, 2026

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Election Details

Office level: county
Length of term: 4 years
Commitment level: Full Time
Affiliation: partisan
Typical salary: $54,179.47
Filing period: Jan 8, 2026 - Mar 9, 2026
Positions:
Ravalli County Clerk/Recorder/School Superintendent
Ravalli County Clerk/Recorder/School Superintendent

Job description

The Clerk & Recorder Office is responsible for county accounts payable, payroll, elections and document records/recordings (birth, deaths, mortgages, land transfers, etc.). The office also provides secretarial services for the County Commission. The County Superintendent has general supervision of the public schools of the county. The office is administrative - performing duties outlined by state law, the Board of Public Education, and the Office of Public Instruction. Supervisory responsibilities include areas of administration, legal issues, financial oversight, transportation, tuition, school district organization, classification, boundary adjustments, and centralized clerical and record keeping. The County Superintendent also fulfills state responsibilities for the home school population.

Eligibility requirements

A candidate must be 18 years of age; a citizen of the state; and (a) an elector of the county in which the duties of the office are to be exercised; or (b) in the case of an office consolidated between two or more counties, an elector in one of the counties in which the duties of the office are to be exercised.

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FAQ

How often is County Clerk/Recorder/School Superintendent (Joint) elected?

The position of County Clerk/Recorder/School Superintendent (Joint) 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 Ravalli County, MT?

filing fee: 0.5% of total annual position salary; signature requirement: 5% or more of the total vote cast for the successful candidate for the same office at the last general election. If the office sought is a new office or the boundaries of the district or political subdivision in which the election is to be held have changed since the last election for the office, the officer with whom nominations for the office sought are filed shall determine the number of signatures required for a petition of nomination for that office.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office

Where is the filing office?

215 S 4th St Ste C Hamilton MT 59840.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 406-375-6550.

How do I get started running for County Clerk/Recorder/School Superintendent (Joint)?

You can start running for County Clerk/Recorder/School Superintendent (Joint) 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 Clerk/Recorder/School Superintendent (Joint) includes a primary, but not a runoff election.

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