Town Clerk

Town Clerk

This is very responsible public records management and administrative services work involving the direction and management of the Town Clerk's Office. The work involves responsibility for accurate recording and maintaining of all public records in accordance with State Statutes. Duties include management of land records, duties involving the conduct of elections, the registration of vital statistics, and serving as Clerk of the Town Council.

This position requires the exercise of independent judgment, including the responsibility for making difficult decisions in accordance with State procedures.

Thorough knowledge of public records management principles and practices including the State Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Thorough knowledge of State statutes, regulations and procedures in land records, election and vital statistics management. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with staff, elected and appointed officials, and the general public. Ability to comply with State and Federal laws, Town Ordinances, and the Town Charter relating to the business of the Town Clerk's Office.

Ability to administer policies and procedures at the departmental level including goals, objectives, planning, financial management, decision-making, and report development and writing. Ability to direct and supervise the work of a Town department. Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull record books weighing four to thirty-three and one-half pounds. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Council members, coworkers, vendors, contractors, consultants, other governmental agencies, attorneys, and the general public.

High school diploma or GED with five (5) years' responsible office experience in records management. One (1) year of supervisory experience is required. Municipal government experience is preferred. Must possess and maintain State of Connecticut certification as a Notary Public within six (6) months of appointment. Must possess and maintain State of Connecticut certification as a Municipal Clerk within three (3) years of appointment.

The Town of Wallingford offers an excellent benefits package which includes the following:
Define Benefit Pension Plan (Cash Balance Plan for new hires) Full-Time Employee Optional (non-matching) 457-B Retirement Plan (403B If Hired in Education Department) Full-Time Employees Paid Sick Leave (Based on Collective Bargaining Agreements) & CT Sick Time Leave Full-Time Employees CT Sick Time Leave Part-Time Employees Paid Vacation Leave (Based on Collective Bargaining Agreements) Full-Time Employees Individual & Family Health & Dental Insurance (High-Deductible Health Plan with a Health Saving Account & Some PPOs) Full-Time Employees 13 Paid Holidays Full-Time Employees Employer Paid Life Insurance Full-Time Employees