Maldonado Elected President of New Jersey Association
E. Junior Maldonado has become the first Latino to lead the Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in People
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E. Junior Maldonado was sworn in as the president of the Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey on Wednesday. He is the first Latino to hold the position in the 106-year history of the organization.
Why it matters
The appointment marks a milestone for the organization that serves residents across the state. Maldonado represents the first elected official from Jersey City to hold the office.
The association has been in operation for 106 years since its 1920 founding and provides services to 9.5 million New Jersey residents. Members confirmed the new executive board leadership during the annual event.
The players
E. Junior Maldonado
He is a Jersey City elected official who serves as the newly appointed president of the Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey.
James Gannon
He is the former president of the Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey.
Dale Cross
He was elected to serve as the vice president of the association's executive board.
Joseph O'Donoghue
He was elected to serve as the secretary of the association's executive board.
Jeffrey Dublin
He was elected to serve as the treasurer of the association's executive board.
The details
Maldonado took the oath of office at the annual COANJ conference held at the Seaview Hotel in Galloway. The organization also elected Dale Cross as vice president, Joseph O'Donoghue as secretary, and Jeffrey Dublin as treasurer.
Timeline
The Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey was organized in 1920.
Maldonado was sworn in as president on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
Market Landscape
The election of Maldonado represents the latest leadership change within the 106-year history of the organization. This shift in personnel reflects the broader evolution of leadership representation within long-standing state professional associations.
The transition in leadership ensures the continued administration of services provided to 9.5 million New Jersey residents. Residents can expect the association to maintain its core operational functions under the new executive board.
The takeaway
The appointment of the first Latino president highlights a change in representation for a century-old professional body. The newly elected board will oversee the organization's regional responsibilities for the remainder of their term.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Hudson County View.
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