How often is Fire District Board elected?

The position of Fire District Board is typically elected every 4 years.

What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?

Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation on the ballot.

What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in South Carolina?

Filing Fee is 1% of the total salary for the term of that office or $100.00, whichever amount is greater. Voter Signature Requirement is 5% of the registered voters of the district.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.

Where is the filing office?

301 University Ridge Suite 1900 Greenville, SC 29601

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 864-467-7250.

How do I get started running for Fire District Board?

You can start running for Fire District Board 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 Fire District Board does not include a primary or runoff election.

How to Run for Fire District Board in Greenville County, South Carolina

About Fire District Board

About this position

The Fire District Board is responsible for overseeing fire fighting and prevention operations within the district.

Office level: Local
Election frequency: Every 4 years
Commitment level: Part Time
Affiliation: Nonpartisan
Positions: 2 open seats

Election type

Partisan election (party labels appear on ballots)
Run-off election

How to run for Fire District Board

Step 1
Meet eligibility requirements
No person may be popularly elected to and serve in any office in the State unless he is registered to vote in the geographical area represented by the office (S.C. Constitution, Article VI, Section 1). A person convicted of a felony or an offense against the election laws is not qualified to file for or hold office, unless it has been fifteen years since the completion of the sentence for the crime, including probation and parole time, or unless the person has been pardoned (S.C. Constitution, Article VI, Section 1).
Step 2
File for office
Filing requirements
Filing Fee is 1% of the total salary for the term of that office or $100.00, whichever amount is greater. Voter Signature Requirement is 5% of the registered voters of the district.
Paperwork instructions
Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.
Where to file
301 University Ridge Suite 1900 Greenville, SC 29601
Filing phone
864-467-7250
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How to Run for Fire District Board in Greenville County, SC

About Fire District Board

About this position

Election type

How to run for Fire District Board

Meet eligibility requirements

File for office

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Candidates for Fire District Board

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Who's currently in office

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