GET TO KNOW JT

WHAT HE’S ALREADY DONE

Oversaw More Than $15 Billion in Tax Revenue

Managed the collection, investment, and distribution of over $15 billion in taxes to schools, cities, and fire districts. Balanced every fiscal year to the penny with the Alabama State Comptroller’s Office during final settlement.

Exposed HealthSouth Tax Fraud & Won in the Supreme Court

When HealthSouth attempted to profit from a fraudulent tax scheme, J.T. uncovered it, fought it all the way to the Alabama Supreme Court, and won—saving schools and cities millions of dollars.

Largest Fundraiser for Trussville Schools

No one has raised more funding for Trussville City Schools than J.T. Smallwood. As a former educator and close partner to the city’s first superintendent, J.T. helped lay a strong foundation of excellence for education. He also understands the value of athletics as a former college athlete.

Elected Jefferson County Tax Collector FOUR Times

Elected four times—2002, 2008, 2014, and 2020—J.T. Smallwood has been a consistent countywide winner. He was the county’s leading vote-getter in every single election, including his 2008 victory where he earned 182,000 votes—the highest ever in a contested Jefferson County race.

Served on Governor Bob Riley’s Tax Commission

Appointed to study the feasibility of annual property tax revaluations—a policy J.T. opposed to protect homeowners from unnecessary increases.

Lecturer at the University of Alabama School of Law

Has taught and presented on complex tax and government topics at the University of Alabama School of Law, sharing real-world experience with future legal minds.

Trusted Expert on Taxation & Government

Served as an expert witness in Alabama’s 10th and 15th Judicial Circuits. Quoted in The Washington Post and other national outlets for his insights on taxation, fraud, and financial oversight.

EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS

    • B.S., University of Alabama at Birmingham

    • Theology Studies, Samford University

    • J.D., Birmingham School of Law

    • Auburn University – Government & Economic Development
      (Mapping, zoning, subdivision layouts, industrial abatements, conservation easements)

    • University of North Alabama – Internal Controls, Auditing, Entity Oversight

    • FBI Certificate – Internet Crimes & Cybersecurity

    • Association of Government Accountants

    • American Association of Fraud Examiners

    • Government Finance Officers Association

    • Alabama Association of Tax Administrators

    • Alabama Accountants Association

    • Alabama Association of Assessing Officials

    • Metropolitan Criminal Justice Executive Association

    • International City/County Management Association

    • Serves at North Park Baptist Church

    • Founder, Iron Sharpeners Men’s Ministry – Trussville

    • Member, Red Elephant Club

    • Active involvement in numerous nonprofit organizations and community boards

Contact us

info@jtmayor.com

(205) 223-9288

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