County Surveyor

Compensation & Benefits

Fixed by Board of Commissioners / Compensation Commission (statute references per-diem/fee arrangements under MCL 54.106; often part-time). Confirm current Clare compensation with the County Administrator or Clerk.

Minimum Qualifications / Legal Requirements

• Registered and qualified elector of Clare County by filing deadline.
• Professional surveying credentials as required for the work performed (confirm licensing expectations with county / state practice rules before filing).
• Oath of office and any required statutory bond.

Key Statutory Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs or oversees official county surveys and records as provided by Michigan statute.
• Establishes and perpetuates public land survey corners and related monumentation records.
• Provides certificates and copies of survey records.
• Coordinates with the Register of Deeds and local units of government on boundary and plat matters.

Term & Election Cycle Notes

Four (4) year term. Current term expires December 31, 2028. Next general election: November 2028.

How to Get on the Ballot

File with the Clare County Clerk (225 W. Main St., Harrison, MI 48625). Affidavit of Identity plus nominating petitions or $100 filing fee. Deadline is 4:00 p.m. on the 15th Tuesday before the August primary (mid-to-late April 2028).

Interested in Serving Clare County?

Before filing, talk to the Clare County Republican Party. We help conservative candidates understand the office, legal filing requirements, and campaign calendar.

Disclaimer: Informational summary of elected offices under Michigan law. Prepared for public education and candidate recruitment purposes. Confirm salaries, benefits, signature counts, and filing deadlines with the Clare County Clerk (or Township Clerk / Bureau of Elections as applicable).