Village Clerk
(Full-Time)

Village of Milford

1100 Atlantic Street
Milford, MI 48381

www.villageofmilford.org/jobs

First Review of Applications:
March 13, 2023

Anticipated Start Date:

July 1, 2023

The Village of Milford is an equal opportunity employer, seeking applicants
without regard to race, gender, or other protected status.

ABOUT THE VILLAGE
The Village of Milford is 2.5 square miles nestled in southwest Oakland County and is easily
accessed from both I-96 and M-59. With a population of approximately 6,500, the Village
serves as the central business district for approximately 25,000 people in the surrounding
areas. The thriving downtown district draws visitors from communities such as Ann Arbor
and Dearborn, while retaining its small-town charm.

The Village boasts six parks within its boundaries. Central Park,
located on the banks of the Huron River, is a favorite with the
children and teens who enjoy the playscape, basketball courts,
tennis court, volleyball court, and ice rink. Fairgrounds Park is
adjacent to the Senior Center for easy access to a picnic area and
shuffleboard courts. Hubbell Pond Park is the site of the YMCA
and Library, and a trail system that runs from Commerce Road
all the way to Kensington Park on South Milford Road. The
Village is part of the Huron Valley School District with two
elementary schools and one middle school located within the
Village.

The Village has 75 part-time and full-time employees and a total budget of approximately
$17.8 million in fiscal year 2022-2023.

ABOUT THE POSITION
The Village of Milford is seeking an individual for the position of Village Clerk. Appointed by
the Village Council with supervision from the Village Manager, this Department Head level
position coordinates a variety of tasks and projects related to the administration of front
office operations, customer service, maintenance of Village records, supervision of assigned
staff, and other high level administrative duties.

The primary responsibilities of this position include serving as the official custodian of
Village records, documents, and ordinances, serving as the Clerk to the Village Council,
assisting other public boards and commissions, oversight and supervision of the Clerk’s
Office including staffing and budget administration, development and implementation of
policies and procedures, serving as the Village FOIA Coordinator, and serving as the Village’s
human resources generalist. Other responsibilities include coordinating risk management
and workers’ compensation programs, coordinating accounts payable and accounts
receivable operations, and other duties as assigned.

WAGES & BENEFITS
This is a full-time salaried position with Department Head responsibilities. The position will
offer a competitive salary based upon qualifications. Management salaries are reviewed
annually for adjustment and this position is currently part of an ongoing compensation
study. Full-time employees of the Village are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package
which includes insurance, paid leave, a 401(a) retirement plan, & more.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for this position should possess the following
minimum qualifications at the time of application.
Equivalent combinations of experience and training may
be considered.

• A minimum of the High School Diploma, or its

equivalent. An Associate’s degree in business
administration or a closely related field is strongly
preferred.

• Five of more years of progressively more

responsible experience as an administrative
professional or deputy clerk is required.

• Certified Municipal Clerk certification.
• Thorough knowledge of the Michigan Open Meetings Act and Freedom of

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
The following qualifications are not required for this position, but have been identified by
the Village as being desirable to the department.

• Prior experience in a municipal setting.
• Prior experience and knowledge of financial recordkeeping, bookkeeping, and

banking practices, including prior experience using BS&A software.

The work environment for this position includes working in an office setting, which requires
sitting and working at a computer, greeting visitors at the counter, and light lifting of files.
Employees are required to demonstrate good judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness in
carrying out the assigned duties.

TO APPLY
Please submit a cover letter and résumé. Application materials may be submitted via postal
mail or in person to the following address:

Village Manager
1100 Atlantic Street
Milford, MI 48381

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, with the first
review of applications taking place on Monday, March 13, 2023.