Jarrod L. Schaeffer

Jarrod Schaeffer is a Democratic candidate for Council in Rutherford, New Jersey, running in the June 2, 2026 primary election. He brings integrity, energy, and practical problem-solving skills, drawing on his experience as a former federal prosecutor in Manhattan and his current role as a private attorney. Schaeffer actively serves his community as a Rutherford Civil Rights Commissioner and a volunteer youth soccer coach. He is an alumnus of Boston University School of Law and Cornell University, and was honored as a NYC & NYS “40 Under 40 Rising Star” in 2025. He is a proud husband to Chris Christiana.