What are the responsibilities and job description for the Town Clerk position at Town of Amherst?
AMHERST Town Clerk Manages the staff and operations of the Town of
Amherst\'s Town Clerk\'s office. Responsible for the development,
implementation, maintenance, and security of record keeping systems.
Serves as Chief Election Official and works with the Board of Registrars
to manage the voter registration and election processes. Produces the
annual local street listing and jury list, and represents Town during
decennial reprecincting. Serves as the Town\'s Primary Records Access
Officer. Flexible Schedule for occasional attendance at evening meetings
required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor\'s Degree in business
management, records management, public administration or a closely
related field, AND at least four (4) years of related experience; OR
equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates
the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position
Designation as a Notary Public or the ability to attain such
designation. Ability to maintain a flexible schedule for occasional
attendance at evening meetings; Working knowledge of the principles and
practices of effective public administration; Extensive knowledge of
office practices and procedures; Thorough knowledge of modern records
management techniques, including legal requirements for recording,
retention and disclosure; Ability to accurately record, maintain and
generate records; Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment,
including significant experience using Microsoft Suite (e.g., Excel,
Access, and Word); Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with employees, other departments, officials and the
public; Excellent customer service skills; Ability to communicate
effectively, both verbally and in writing; Ability to plan, organize and
supervise staff; Must be bondable, per MGL c.41 s.13(A) PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS: Experience as a Town Clerk or Assistant Town Clerk
Bilingual capabilities For more details and full job description please
see website.
Amherst\'s Town Clerk\'s office. Responsible for the development,
implementation, maintenance, and security of record keeping systems.
Serves as Chief Election Official and works with the Board of Registrars
to manage the voter registration and election processes. Produces the
annual local street listing and jury list, and represents Town during
decennial reprecincting. Serves as the Town\'s Primary Records Access
Officer. Flexible Schedule for occasional attendance at evening meetings
required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor\'s Degree in business
management, records management, public administration or a closely
related field, AND at least four (4) years of related experience; OR
equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates
the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position
Designation as a Notary Public or the ability to attain such
designation. Ability to maintain a flexible schedule for occasional
attendance at evening meetings; Working knowledge of the principles and
practices of effective public administration; Extensive knowledge of
office practices and procedures; Thorough knowledge of modern records
management techniques, including legal requirements for recording,
retention and disclosure; Ability to accurately record, maintain and
generate records; Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment,
including significant experience using Microsoft Suite (e.g., Excel,
Access, and Word); Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with employees, other departments, officials and the
public; Excellent customer service skills; Ability to communicate
effectively, both verbally and in writing; Ability to plan, organize and
supervise staff; Must be bondable, per MGL c.41 s.13(A) PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS: Experience as a Town Clerk or Assistant Town Clerk
Bilingual capabilities For more details and full job description please
see website.
