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September 27, 2023
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Election Date: Nov 4, 2025Filing Deadline: Jun 3, 2025
Election Details
- Office level: county
- Length of term: 5 years
- Commitment level: Full Time
- Affiliation: partisan
- Typical salary: $107,250 / year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: Jan 1, 2025 - Jun 3, 2025
- Positions: New Jersey General Assembly - District 9Cape May County CommissionerNew Jersey State Senate - District 9Cape May County SurrogateCape May County Sheriff...
Job description
County clerks are responsible for the recording of deeds, mortgages/property liens, passports & photos, notary public commissions, vote-by-mail ballots, DD214 recording, veteran & county ID cards, trade names, notary services, college chargebacks, tax maps & filed maps, historical records, newspapers & archival microfilm, and wedding ceremonies.
Eligibility requirements
Must be 18 years of age, a resident and registered voter of the county and a U.S. Citizen
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 7 North Main Street, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210
Filing phone number: 609-465-1013
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: No filing free. Petition Signature requirements: 100.
FAQ
How often is County Clerk elected?
The position of County Clerk is typically elected every 5 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 Cape May County County, NJ?
No filing free. Petition Signature requirements: 100.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
7 North Main Street, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 609-465-1013.
How do I get started running for County Clerk?
You can start running for County Clerk 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 does not include a primary or runoff election.
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