Clerks Assistance Program

The Clerks Assistance Program (CAP) connects retired Municipal Clerks with cities needing interim support during transitions. These Clerks may assist with training and help in hiring a new Clerk. To contact the CAP Coordinator, email [email protected].

Municipal Clerk Duties

Responsibilities vary by city but often include:

• Preparing agendas, minutes, and public notices
• Managing records and ordinances
• Coordinating elections and public records requests

Additional Duties May Include:

• Council support, proclamations, licensing, event planning, or finance

When selecting a Municipal Clerk, the appointing authority should consider the candidate’s knowledge of the Sunshine Law and public records law, experience in Florida local government, involvement with the FACC and the IIMC, and professional designations such as the Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC), Master Municipal Clerk (MMC), and Florida Certified Professional Clerk (FCPC).