Meet Mark Schwemer
Candidate for Hardin County Auditor
Mark was born and raised in Hardin County and currently lives with his wife, Paula, and their dog Leia, in Cessna Township. Their son Gage is a graduate of Rhodes State College and currently lives in Findlay, Ohio. Their son Nash, is a graduate of Ohio Northern University and currently lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Fiscal Experience
The County Auditor serves as the chief fiscal officer for the county. Mark has an extensive history of providing sound fiscal advice and guidance through his career and service to the community. His experience includes fiscal oversight as the president of multiple organizations, sitting on the board of directors of state-wide organizations, acting as a fiduciary in probate proceedings, and providing legal advice to the villages where he acts as their attorney.
Most recently, Mark was named to the Board of Directors of the United Soccer Coaches association which is a nationwide organization of soccer coaches and operates with a multi-million dollar annual budget.
Pictured is Mark with members of the Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Board of Directors at the announcement of the endowment providing educational opportunities to soccer coaches throughout Ohio.
Service to the Community
Mark has spent years giving back to the community through active involvement in local, state, and national organizations dedicated to youth development, education, and civic engagement. Whether mentoring young athletes, volunteering his time to strengthen community programs, or supporting initiatives that bring neighbors together, Mark believes that strong communities are built by people who step up and serve.
Mark was instrumental in founding the Kenton Soccer Association to fill the void created when the YMCA decided to stop offering organized soccer to youths from 9 to 15 years old.
Mark also served on the Hardin County Extension Advisory Committe and helped to guide Extension through a reorganization when the County stopped funding Extension and a levy was presented to the voters of the County.
Mark is pictured with members of the Kenton Soccer Association Board as well as a representative of the Hardin County YMCA where they show off an AED for the Corner Kick soccer complex secured through a grant from Mid-Ohio Energy.
Ethics and Integrity
Mark’s career has been guided by a clear and consistent commitment to ethics, accountability, and respect for others. His service on the United Soccer Coaches Ethics Board reflects the trust placed in him to help uphold the highest standards of conduct in athletics and leadership. As a coach, Mark emphasized character just as strongly as competition, building teams that were repeatedly recognized with sportsmanship and ethics awards—proof of a culture rooted in fairness, discipline, and mutual respect.
These principles reflect Mark’s approach to public service. He believes that integrity is not optional in leadership—it is essential. Whether on the field or in the community, Mark has shown that doing what is right, even when it is difficult, is the foundation of earning and keeping the public’s trust.
Mark is pictured with members of the Cory-Rawson ladies soccer team after they were recognized with a Golden Apple Award for receiving national recognition for team academics and ethics.
Committed to our youth
Much of Mark’s focus on giving back to the community has been focused on providing support for our youth in the pursuit of their dreams. As President of the Northwest Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association, Mark began a scholarship program which provides funds to senior soccer players as they pursue further education after high school. Mark has also had the honor of presenting scholarships each year to Kenton High School students in honor of the KHS class of 1993 and the late Chuck Merold.
Mark is pictured with recent recipients of the KHS Class of 1993 scholarship.
I have spent my life in service to the residents of Hardin County and I could think of nothing better than to continue to serve them as the County Auditor.
Resume
Education
- Michigan State University – Juris Doctorate – 2001
- Trine University – Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration – 1998
- Kenton High School – 1993
Career Summary
- Law Office of Mark B. Schwemer – 2009 to present
- Wetherill, Schwemer, Markley & Schwemer Law Office – 2002 to 2008
- Village of Mt. Victory, Ohio – Solicitor – 2003 to present
- Village of Dunkirk, Ohio – Solicitor – 2007 to present
- Upper Scioto Conservancy District – Legal Counsel – 2009 to present
- Cessna Township, Hardin County, Ohio – Zoning and Nuisance Officer – 2009 to present
- Dudley Township, Hardin County, Ohio – Zoning and Nuisance Officer – 2018 to present
- BKP Ambulance District – Legal Counsel – 2024 to present
- Hardin County Juvenile Treatment Court – Defense Counsel – 2007 to present
- Hardin County Common Pleas Court Treatment Court Defendat Counsel – 2025 to present
Community Involvement
- Riverdale High School – assistant soccer coach – 2025 to present
- Cory-Rawson High School – head soccer coach – 2013 to 2025
- Kenton High School – head soccer coach – 2003 to 2013
- United Soccer Coaches
- Board of Directors – 2025 to present
- Ethics Board member – 2020 to present
- Northwest Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association – President – 2010 to present
- Hogg Creek Soccer League
- President – 2010 to present
- Vice-President – 2005 to 2010
- Kenton Soccer Association – President and co-founder – 2023 to 2025
- Hardin County YMCA
- Soccer Referee Assignor – 2009 to 2012
- Soccer Facility Financial Committee – 2009 to 2011
- Hardin County Extension Advisory Committee – 2004 to 2009
On May 5, 2026, vote for Mark Schwemer for Auditor.
