Municipal Clerk

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Work Tasks

• Perform clerical and administrative tasks for a state, city, or town government
• Schedule public meetings; answer questions about local laws, rules and regulations
• Keep track of decisions and revise by-laws and other documents based on the decisions
• Keep public records, such as marriage licenses, and provide copies when needed
• Work for state and local governments
• Work with computers, copy and fax machines, all types of office equipment, and forms, documents, licenses, and permits

Salary, Size & Growth

• $43,000 average per year ($20.75 per hour)
• A medium occupation (123,500 workers in 2010)
• Expected to grow moderately (0.8% per year)

Education/Training

• Minimum for Entry: A high school diploma and training in office practices
• Employers Prefer: A 2-year degree with knowledge of office software
• Skills/Courses: On-the-job training covers procedures and specific duties.
• Certification/Licensing: Certification is available.