Run for office in Fairfax County, VA.
Offices with upcoming filing dates and elections.
Fairfax County has 3 county-level races on the upcoming ballot, with the nearest filing deadline on June 8, 2027. There are also 3 school board and local district races open to Fairfax County residents.
School board & local district races
| Office | Election date | Filing deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfax County School Board - Braddock | Nov 2, 2027 | Jun 15, 2027 |
| Fairfax County School Board - At Large | Nov 2, 2027 | Jun 15, 2027 |
| Northern Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District Board - Fairfax County | Nov 2, 2027 | Jun 15, 2027 |
About these offices
The Fairfax County School Board is charged by the statutes of Virginia and the regulations of the Virginia Board of Education to operate the public schools of Fairfax County by setting general school policy and establishing guidelines that will ensure the proper administration of the Fairfax County Public Schools programs.The 12 School Board members are elected for four-year terms; one member represents each of the County's nine magisterial districts, and three members serve at large. School Board members are paid a salary of $32,000 per year. The Chairman is paid an additional $2,000 per year.
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.
Fairfax County races
| Office | Election date | Filing deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfax County Commonwealth Attorney | Nov 2, 2027 | Jun 8, 2027 |
| Fairfax County Board Chair | Nov 2, 2027 | Jun 15, 2027 |
| Fairfax County Board - Braddock District | Nov 2, 2027 | Jun 15, 2027 |
About these offices
The District Attorney is the chief legal representative of the district.
The County Legislative Chair oversees the sessions of the county legislature. This position is separate from the County Executive Head.
The County Legislature or Executive Board is the governing body of the county and exercises broad policy-making authority. The Board is charged with implementing policy and overseeing the county budget process and allocation.
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