Run for County Court Clerk/Treasurer (Joint) in Garfield County, MT

Election Date: Jun 2, 2026
Filing Deadline: Mar 9, 2026

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Election Details

Office level: county
Length of term: 4 years
Commitment level: Full Time
Affiliation: nonpartisan
Typical salary: $42,184
Filing period: Jan 8, 2026 - Mar 9, 2026
Positions:
Garfield County Treasurer/Court Clerk
Garfield County Treasurer/Court Clerk

Job description

The County Treasurer's office is the collection center for taxes including real estate, personal property and mobile homes. The office also collects various non-tax revenues including business licenses, motor vehicle and driver's licensing fees. The Treasurer makes disbursements of cash to cover bills paid by county warrant, bond payments or remittances to other government agencies for which the county collects monies. It is the ultimate goal and responsibility of the Clerk of Court to serve the public in areas including, but not limited to: marriage licenses, passports, and child support records. We assist District Court Judges by providing optimum and efficient case management of all District Court records.

Eligibility requirements

A candidate must be 18 years of age; a citizen of the state; and (a) an elector of the county in which the duties of the office are to be exercised; or (b) in the case of an office consolidated between two or more counties, an elector in one of the counties in which the duties of the office are to be exercised.

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FAQ

How often is County Court Clerk/Treasurer (Joint) elected?

The position of County Court Clerk/Treasurer (Joint) 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.

What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Garfield County, MT?

filing fee: 0.5% of total annual position salary; signature requirement: 5% or more of the total vote cast for the successful candidate for the same office at the last general election. If the office sought is a new office or the boundaries of the district or political subdivision in which the election is to be held have changed since the last election for the office, the officer with whom nominations for the office sought are filed shall determine the number of signatures required for a petition of nomination for that office.

Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?

Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office

Where is the filing office?

PO Box 7 Jordan MT 59337.

How can I get in touch with the filing office?

You can contact the filing office by calling 406-557-2760.

How do I get started running for County Court Clerk/Treasurer (Joint)?

You can start running for County Court Clerk/Treasurer (Joint) 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 Court Clerk/Treasurer (Joint) includes a primary, but not a runoff election.

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