DEPUTY CLERK – TREASURER POSTITION

The Town of Merrimac, population 1,296, is seeking to fill the part-time position of Deputy Clerk -Treasurer.   The Town of Merrimac is located less than forty minutes from the west side of Madison and minutes from the South Shore of Devil’s Lake.  
 
Position Objectives:
The Deputy Clerk reports to the Town Administrator-Clerk-Treasurer to perform administrative duties as required by State Statues. The Deputy Clerk responsibilities may include all or part of the following: financial management and statutory clerk and treasurer functions, assisting with elections, assessment related functions, handling phone calls and correspondence on behalf of the town, interpret Town Ordinances and answer inquiries relating to it, basic accounting, licensing, payroll, process tax payments, preparation of meeting packets, minute taking, mailings, public notices, records management, clerical work in conducting the daily business of the town, and other duties as assigned by the Administrator. Works under general supervision of the Town Administrator – Clerk – Treasurer.
 
Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, have strong written and verbal communication skills, provide excellent customer service, be organized and detail-oriented, and able to work independently to prioritize, coordinate, and complete multiple detailed projects. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Attendance at monthly evening zoning and town board meetings required.  
 
Minimum Requirements:
The qualifications for this position include at minimum a high school diploma or equivalent, vocational/technical training and two to three years of related work experience preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to use standard office equipment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products is required and experience with QuickBooks and web-based applications is helpful.  Previous government experience a plus.
 
Benefits:
Starting wage is $19.50, depending on experience, with 15-25 hours a week.  We offer an excellent and competitive benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, health, dental, deferred compensation, and life insurance, in addition to paid vacation.  
 
 
Please submit your cover letter, resume, and three professional references by November 1, 2024 to Town of Merrimac Administrator Stephanie Brensike at tnadmin@tds.net, or, by mail to:
 
Town of Merrimac
S6911 State Hwy. 113 – P.O. Box 115
Merrimac, WI 53561