Town Clerk

About the role

The Town Clerk is a full-time, on-site position located in Fort White, FL, responsible for managing the official records and administrative functions of the Town.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining, organizing, and preserving public records
• Preparing agendas, minutes, and documentation for Town Council meetings
• Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Coordinating municipal elections
• Working closely with elected officials and staff
• Serving as a primary point of contact for public inquiries and information requests
• Overseeing public notices
• Assisting with policy and ordinance documentation
• Supporting other administrative duties to ensure efficient and transparent local government operations

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and experience in Records Management, including organizing, preserving, and retrieving official documents
• Understanding of Local Government operations and Public Administration principles, preferably within a municipal environment
• Experience with Elections administration, including coordination, documentation, and compliance with relevant regulations
• Excellent Communication skills, including clear writing, professional correspondence, and effective interaction with residents, staff, and elected officials
• Proficiency with office software, document management systems, and basic IT tools commonly used in municipal administration
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Demonstrated integrity, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality and ethical public service
• Relevant education such as an associate or bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience; municipal clerk certification is a plus
• Ability to work on-site, collaborate with a small team, and provide courteous, professional service to the public