Township Clerk

Compensation & Benefits

Set locally by each township board; varies widely depending on population and election workload. Confirm compensation with your local Township Clerk or board.

Minimum Qualifications / Legal Requirements

• Must be a registered and qualified elector of the township by the filing deadline.
• Oath of office and required statutory bond.
• Statutory requirement to appoint a deputy clerk.

Key Statutory Duties & Responsibilities

• Full voting member of the township board.
• Keeps all township records, meeting minutes, ordinances, and official documents.
• Administers elections for the township (voter registration, absentee ballots, polling locations, election inspectors).
• Maintains financial records, publishes legal notices, and manages FOIA requests.

Term & Election Cycle Notes

Four (4) year term. Next general election: November 2028 (confirm with local Township Clerk).

How to Get on the Ballot

File with the Township Clerk or County Clerk. Affidavit of Identity plus nominating petitions or fee. Filing deadline is 4:00 p.m. on the 15th Tuesday before the August primary.

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).