Town Clerk

The town of Natick is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the full-time position of Town Clerk. This non-union management position reports under the general direction of the Town Administrator and in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts general law. The Town Clerk is the chief election officer for the town and the clerk of Town Meeting. In addition, they perform administrative and supervisory work in connection with the maintenance, certification and retention of official town records, the issuance of various licenses, business certifications, official documents, and records. The position works very closely with the state on elections.

Education/experience:

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, government political science, business, or related field, and at least five years of increasingly responsible related experience, including supervision and management of others; or any equivalent combination of education, training, certification, and experience. Previous experience as a Town Clerk or an assistant Town Clerk preferred.

Special requirements:

• Must have or is willing to pursue town clerk certification.
• Must have the ability to become bonded.
• Must be or be willing to become a notary public and a commissioner to qualify.
• Must have a thorough working knowledge of state, local and federal statutes, and regulations applicable to the duties and responsibilities of the Town Clerk’s Office.
• Experience in running local elections.
• Must have the ability to: supervise support staff effectively; establish and maintain working relationships with town officials, departments, and state agencies.
• Must have the ability to apply legal interpretations and precedents to current problems.
• Must be able to establish and maintain complex record keeping systems; and develop and manage a budget.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and the ability to deal tactfully and appropriately with the general public.
• Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.

A complete job description is available on the town’s website, at https://www.natickma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/16448/Town-Clerk. The town of Natick offers a generous benefit package in addition to a competitive salary. The hiring range $95,000-$115,000, is commensurate with education and experience.

Position will remain open until filled.

To apply:

Interested candidates should submit cover letter, resume, and two professional references in a single pdf to hr@natickma.org.

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