Jefferson County Clerk Frank C. Herndon, is seeking the Republican Party’s nomination for County Clerk in the May 5 Republican Primary.

“It has been an honor to serve the citizens of Jefferson County as your County Clerk for the past 12 years, and I respectfully ask for your vote and support to continue that service,” Herndon said.

Herndon, a lifelong resident of Jefferson County, he received his bachelor’s degree in business administration from Carson-Newman University and has earned the designations of Certified Public Administrator and County Administrative Professional through the University of Tennessee’s Institute for Public Service, and has completed their County Elected Officials Certificate Program.

He is also a 2017 graduate of Leadership Jefferson County.

During his tenure, Herndon and his staff have accomplished a great deal through their dedication, hard work, and great partnerships with area organizations.

He has opened a satellite office in Jefferson City with the support of the Mayor and County Commission to bring in-person County Clerk services to that area of the county, increased online services that are available to Jefferson County citizens, and provided added conveniences of Passport Photos, Birth Certificates, and Fingerprinting services.

Three self-service vehicle registration renewal kiosks have been placed throughout Jefferson County through partnerships with businesses and public officials in Jefferson City, White Pine, and the Indian Creek/Chestnut Hill communities to give Jefferson County citizens additional locations for renewing vehicle registrations.

Herndon has also partnered with Jefferson County High School’s Service-Learning Program to have students actively volunteering in the office.

Herndon was named County Clerk of the Year by the Tennessee Association of County Clerks in 2025, and in 2022 he was named Outstanding County Clerk of the Year by the County Officials Association of Tennessee. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Boys and Girls Club of Dumplin Valley, Past-President of the Tennessee Association of County Clerks and is a former Board Member of the County Officials Association of Tennessee.

He volunteers with the JCHS Sports Medicine program as a team paramedic and is a member of the Jefferson County Rescue Squad.

Prior to being elected Jefferson County Clerk, Herndon was a paramedic with the Jefferson County Emergency Medical Service for 16 years.

“Serving the citizens of Jefferson County through my employment and volunteer roles is an honor and I would love to continue serving as your County Clerk,” Herndon said.

Frank and his wife Diana have three children: Jasmine who is a Licensed Professional Counselor; Tanner who is a senior at Bryan College; and Wayne who is a Junior at Jefferson County High School. The Herndon family resides in New Market and are active members of New Market Baptist Church where Frank serves as a deacon.