Municipal Clerks

Course Advisor

United States

On-site

USD 25,150 - 60,330

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Course Advisor seeks a Municipal Clerk to manage agendas, record council meetings, and maintain fiscal records. This role includes preparing official documents and representing municipalities in community events. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, critical thinking abilities, and familiarity with Microsoft Office tools. The expected salary ranges from $25,150 to $60,330 annually, depending on location and experience.

Qualifications

Strong understanding of reading and applying written documents.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Ability to listen actively and respond appropriately.
Proficient writing skills suitable for varied audiences.
Ability to coordinate actions effectively.
Strong logical and critical thinking abilities.

Responsibilities

Draft agendas and bylaws for council meetings.
Record minutes of council meetings and maintain fiscal records.
Prepare documents for execution, recording, and distribution.
Represent municipalities at community events.

Skills

Reading Comprehension

Speaking

Active Listening

Writing

Coordination

Critical Thinking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Access

Data entry software

Email software

Work scheduling software

Job description

Municipal Clerk

Job Description

Draft agendas and bylaws for town or city council; record minutes of council meetings; answer official correspondence; keep fiscal records and accounts; and prepare reports on civic needs.

Responsibilities

Coordinate or maintain office tracking systems for correspondence or follow-up actions.
Maintain and update documents, such as municipal codes or city charters.
Plan and direct the maintenance, filing, safekeeping, and computerization of all municipal documents.
Represent municipalities at community events or serve as liaisons on community committees.
Prepare ordinances, resolutions, or proclamations so that they can be executed, recorded, archived, or distributed.
Collaborate with other staff to assist in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, or priorities.

Skills

Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Coordination: Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.

Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Other Municipal Clerk Job Titles

Registration Officer
Crier
Register of Deeds
City Clerk
Deputy City Clerk

Job Demand for Municipal Clerks

There were about 135,500 jobs for Municipal Clerk in 2016 (in the United States). New jobs are being produced at a rate of 6.4% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 8,700 new jobs for Municipal Clerk by 2026. There will be an estimated 12,600 positions for Municipal Clerk per year.

The states with the most job growth for Municipal Clerk are Vermont, Utah, and Texas. Watch out if you plan on working in Maryland, Alaska, or New Jersey. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

How Much Does a Municipal Clerk Make?

The average yearly salary of a Municipal Clerk ranges between $25,150 and $60,330.

Municipal Clerks who work in Washington, New York, or Alaska, make the highest salaries.

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