Auditor, County

County

CORE PURPOSE:

Promote the General Welfare

Quick Facts

Holder(s):

John Murphy

Term:

4 years

Method:

Elected

Level:

County

Oath Administered By:

County Clerk or Circuit Court Judge

Role Overview

In St. Joseph County, acts as chief financial officer, maintains financial records, audits claims, prepares budgets, manages property tax settlements, and ensures compliance with state accounting standards.

Constitutional Mandate:

Promotes fiscal responsibility (Ind. Const. Art. 6, Sec. 2).

Key Competencies:

Financial expertise, transparency, and accountability.

Potential Weaknesses:

Errors in financial records or tax distribution can cause significant fiscal problems for the county and other local government units.

I solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Indiana, and that I will faithfully and impartially discharge the duties of the office of County Auditor to the best of my ability. So help me God.