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Job posting: Town Clerk

Location: Bethel, NC

Job Type: Full-Time Regular

Closing Date: Continuous

Position available immediately. Bethel, NC, pop. 1,380. The Town of Bethel is seeking candidates for the position of Town Clerk. Under general supervision, performs responsible statutory and advanced administrative tasks for the Town Manager, Mayor and Town Commission. Serves as Town Clerk; prepares and maintains public records including ordinances, proclamations, resolutions, contracts, and agreements; prepares and administers oaths of office. Serves as official custodian of the Town seal; performs statutory responsibilities, executes legal documents by affixing the proper signatures of Town officials, the Town seal and attesting to their compliance with general statutes and local ordinances.

Coordinates the preparation of the Town Commission meetings to include, agenda preparation, board room, and public hearing notices. Attends Town Commission meetings and prepares and distributes minutes thereof. Performs administrative duties for the Town Manager, Mayor and Commission members by handling correspondence, public inquiries and mail for these officials; research and compiles information as requested by the Commission or Town Manager; performs special project work as requested and in the most appropriate manner; handles confidential information. Coordinates Mayor, Town Commission, Town Manager and Department Heads meetings, conferences and travel arrangements. Maintains board, commission and committee appointments and coordinates required notices through advertising; prepares appointment lists and updates book; coordinates codification updates of the Code of Ordinances. Supervises the activities of the Deputy Town Clerk. Thorough knowledge of North Carolina General Statutes governing the responsibilities of the Municipal Clerk and municipal government in general. Considerable knowledge of the organization and functions of local government; of standard and approved practices and procedures employed in the processing, safekeeping and utilization of official town records and documents; considerable knowledge of standard office administration practices and procedures; high standards of accuracy in his/her duties and maintains high quality of communication while interacting with appointed officials, department heads, co-workers, and the general public; ability to handle confidential information appropriately.

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree or an associate degree in public administration, finance, business or related field and two years of experience in administrative work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Special Requirements

Must be a certified notary public or have the ability to obtain certification. Willing to attend and obtain the Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) certification from the International Institute of Municipal Clerks by attending certification school and classes through the UNC School of Government.

Starting salary: $44,928, depending on qualifications.

Apply by submitting resume, cover letter, Town of Bethel application in an envelope marked confidential. Mail to: Town of Bethel, 141 Railroad St., Bethel, NC 27812. Open until filled.

The Town is an Equal Opportunity Employer.