Run for County Auditor in Clay County, MO

Election Date: Aug 4, 2026
Filing Deadline: Mar 31, 2026

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Election Details

Office level: county
Length of term: 4 years
Commitment level: N/A
Affiliation: partisan
Typical salary: N/A
Filing period: Feb 24, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026
Positions:
Clay County Auditor
Clay County Auditor

Job description

The County Auditor is the chief accountant for the county. County Auditor duties include preparing and administering accounting records for county funds, overseeing audits of county departments, and regulating the budget.

Eligibility requirements

Citizen of the United States. Resident of the state 1 year next preceding election. Registered Missouri voter. Is not delinquent in the payment of any state income taxes, personal property taxes, municipal taxes, real property taxes on the place of residence as stated in the declaration of candidacy. Is not a past or present corporate officer of any fee office that owes any taxes to the state. Has not been found guilty of or pled guilty to a felony or misdemeanor under the federal laws of the United States of America. Has not been found guilty of or pled guilty to a felony under the laws of this state or an offense committed in another state that would be considered a felony in this state. Over 21, resident of county 3 months before election, familiar with the theory and practice of accounting

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FAQ

How often is County Auditor elected?

The position of County Auditor 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 Clay County, MO?

Show Identification; Complete the Form 5120 Candidate's Affidavit of Tax Payments for the Department of Revenue; Complete the Notice to Candidate Personal Financial Disclosure for the Missouri Ethics Commission; File a Declaration of Candidacy; and Submit a $50.00 filing fee (cash or check) payable to the County Central Committee for the State or Party in which they are filing. Independent candidates must further submit a petition with a number of signatures equal to at least 2% of the total number of voters who voted at the last election for candidates for the office being sought (or 10,000 whichever is less).

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.

Where is the filing office?

100 W Mississippi St, Liberty, MO 64068.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 816-415-8683.

How do I get started running for County Auditor?

You can start running for County Auditor 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 Auditor includes a primary, but not a runoff election.

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