Christina Gossett
Jackson County Clerk

Jackson County
Clerk’s Office

Jackson County, WV

Jackson County Clerk Responsibilities

Each county in West Virginia—except Hardy County—elects a County Clerk whose responsibilities include maintaining the official records of the County Commission and performing essential election-related duties. The Jackson County Clerk’s Office serves as the custodian of all county records, including birth, marriage, and death certificates, deeds, liens, wills, and other documents dating back to the county’s founding.

The County Clerk and staff are responsible for managing the records of the County Commission and carrying out specific election functions.

These responsibilities center around two primary roles:

1) Serving as Clerk (Fiscal Officer) of the County Commission

2) Acting as Receiver of Fees for all instruments filed and recorded within the county

To effectively carry out these duties, the County Clerk may appoint deputies and staff as needed. The overall budget for the operation of the Clerk’s Office is established by the County Commission.

Jackson County Clerk Duties

The duties of the Jackson County Clerk include the responsibility to:

Manage and Oversee Records

  • Serve as the official recorder of all county documents
  • Record births, marriages, and deaths within the county
  • Issue marriage licenses and certified copies of birth, death, and marriage records
  • Record and provide copies of military service discharge records
  • Provide free notary services

Manage and Oversee Fiduciary Duties

  • Probate wills and assist in the administration of estates
  • Oversee county accounts payable and payroll, ensuring accurate processing of expenditures and employee compensation

Manage and Oversee Elections

  • Serve as the Chief Election Official and Chief Voter Registration Official for the county
  • Register qualified voters and maintain voter records
  • Maintain custody and ensure the integrity of voting machines, ballot boxes, and election equipment
  • Administer absentee and early voting, prepare ballots, and accept candidate filings
  • Conduct training sessions for poll workers and election officials prior to elections

This office is committed to providing efficient, accurate, and transparent service to the citizens of Jackson County.