Columbia County, Washington

Columbia County Sheriff

Helm is on the November 3, 2026 ballot. Names follow official Columbia County election filings.

About this race

Joe Helm is unopposed on the November 3, 2026 ballot for Columbia County Sheriff, per the Secretary of State's VoteWA general-election candidate list.

What this office does

Sheriff. The sheriff runs the county's law enforcement agency, operates the county jail, provides courthouse security and serves court papers such as warrants, subpoenas and evictions. In many counties the sheriff's office is the primary police force for areas outside city limits. The sheriff hires deputies and manages the office's budget within what the county board approves.

This race. Every voter in Columbia County votes on this seat. One name is on the ballot for this seat.

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Joe Helm

Republican

Biography

Joe Helm is on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the Secretary of State's VoteWA general-election candidate list.

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Questions about this race

Who is running for Columbia County Sheriff in 2026?

One candidate is tracked for Columbia County Sheriff on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Joe Helm. Candidate information follows official Columbia County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.

When is the Columbia County Sheriff election in Washington?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Washington are on the Washington election hub at theballotbrief.com.

How do I see my exact Columbia County ballot?

Enter your ZIP code in the lookup at theballotbrief.com for the statewide and congressional races, or a full street address to add the county, city and district contests for that location.

Verify this race

Candidate roster from official Columbia County and state election office filings, last verified October 26, 2026. Bios and priorities carry their attribution inline.

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The rest of your Columbia County ballot

11 tracked races in Columbia County, Washington. Landed here from another county's search? Look up your own ballot below.

Also on your ballot

Columbia County District Court Judge Washington House Position 1, Legislative District 9 Washington House Position 2, Legislative District 9 See all 11 Columbia County races

Candidate profiles

Joe Helm, full profile Official Washington election office