Run for office in Jacksonville, FL.
Offices with upcoming filing dates and elections. Includes Duval County races open to Jacksonville residents.
Jacksonville has 6 municipal offices on the upcoming ballot. Jacksonville residents are also eligible to run for Duval County offices — the next filing deadline is April 24, 2026.
School board & local district races
| Office | Election date | Filing deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Duval County Soil and Water Conservation District Board - Seat 1 | Nov 3, 2026 | TBD |
| Duval County Soil and Water Conservation District Board - Seat 3 | Nov 3, 2026 | TBD |
| Duval County Soil and Water Conservation District Board - Seat 5 | Nov 3, 2026 | TBD |
| Duval County Public School Board - District 5 | Nov 7, 2028 | TBD |
| Duval County Soil and Water Conservation District Board - Seat 2 | Nov 7, 2028 | TBD |
| Duval County Soil and Water Conservation District Board - Seat 4 | Nov 7, 2028 | TBD |
About these offices
The Soil and Water District Board, or Water Improvement District Board, is responsible for overseeing soil and watersheds within the district, and making plans and proposals to maintain and improve their quality.
The Duval County School Board consists of 7 members elected by their constituents. They are the official policy-making body for all education related issues for the Duval County Public School System.
Duval County races (open to Jacksonville residents)
See all Duval County races →About these offices
County Court Judges are responsible for adjudicating cases in Civil and Criminal Courts at the trial-level in certain specific areas, such as small-claims court or drug court.
The County Tax Collector is responsible for collecting, investing, and disbursing taxes. Additionally, they account for the tax money or taxable property and provide budget projection services for relevant agencies.
The County Sheriff is the chief law enforcement official of the county and is responsible for ensuring that all local, state, and federal laws are followed.
The County Assessor or County Appraiser is responsible for determining the value of property within the county.
The County Court Clerk is responsible for maintaining court records, authenticating court orders and judgements, and administering oaths to witnesses and jurors.
The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.
The Mayor is the chief executive officer of the municipality. They often preside over council meetings and may have the power to hire and fire heads of municipal departments.
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Election data sourced from BallotReady / CivicEngine and updated weekly.