City Clerk

About the Position

The City of Oshkosh City Clerk plays a vital leadership role in ensuring the transparency, accuracy, and integrity of Oshkosh’s local government. Serving as the official custodian of City records, the Clerk carries out the duties prescribed in Wisconsin Statutes § 62.09(11) and Section 2-25 of the Oshkosh Municipal Code, along with all other applicable state and local laws. This highly visible position is entrusted with administering every aspect of the City’s elections—upholding the democratic process for more than 66,000 residents—while also managing the preparation and preservation of official records, ordinances, and resolutions.

In addition, the City Clerk oversees the issuance of business and liquor licenses, coordinates public notices, and manages special assessments that directly impact the community’s growth and infrastructure. As a key member of the City’s leadership team, the Clerk works closely with elected officials, City staff, and the public, fostering trust, accessibility, and efficiency in municipal operations. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the quality of life in Oshkosh while serving in a highly respected and rewarding public service role.

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Bustling Community

The City of Oshkosh is an award-winning community in the heart of Wisconsin’s Fox River Valley, located about 90 miles north of Milwaukee and 50 miles south of Green Bay. With a population of more than 66,000, Oshkosh is the largest municipality in Winnebago County and the ninth largest city in the state. Oshkosh offers the friendliness of a small town with the amenities of a larger city, including an excellent school system, quality health care, abundant recreation, and a low cost of living.

Situated on the western shore of Lake Winnebago and bordered by the Fox River and Lake Butte des Morts, Oshkosh is known for its waterfront lifestyle and year-round outdoor activities. The city has earned national recognition, including Money Magazine’s “Top 100 Best Places to Live” and Business Week’s “Best Places to Raise Your Kids.”

Education opportunities are robust, with a highly rated public school district, several private schools, Fox Valley Technical College, and the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh—Wisconsin’s third-largest university with approximately 13,000 students. Health care is provided by Ascension NE Wisconsin, Aurora Medical Center, and a new Froedtert ThedaCare Health campus under construction.

Residents enjoy more than 400 acres of parks, marinas, the Fox River Riverwalk, Menominee Park Zoo, and a variety of cultural attractions, including the Paine Art Center and Gardens, Grand Opera House, and EAA Aviation Museum. Annual events, such as the Oshkosh Farmers Market, complement year-round recreation. The city is also home to the Wisconsin Herd, the Milwaukee Bucks’ NBA G League team.

Learn more at oshkoshwi.gov.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for City Clerk will be a highly organized and detail-oriented municipal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, public-facing environment. They will bring comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing elections, licensing, public records, and open meetings, along with a proven ability to uphold transparency, accuracy, and integrity in all operations. With strong leadership skills and at least three years of supervisory experience, this individual will effectively guide department staff, foster collaboration across City departments, and maintain productive relationships with elected officials and the public. The successful candidate will be an exceptional communicator—both in writing and verbally—capable of preparing precise records, guiding the City through complex electoral processes, and ensuring timely and compliant delivery of services. A Wisconsin Certified Municipal Clerk (WCMC) designation is preferred, along with a passion for public service and a commitment to advancing the City of Oshkosh’s strategic priorities..

Full Salary Range: $89,000 to $109,000 (DOQ)

Excellent benefits package includes:

  • 37.5 hour work week.

  • Exceptional insurance, benefits and time-off program.

  • Enrollment in Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Pension

Preferred Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by college-level coursework in business
    or public administration; bachelor’s degree preferred.

  • Minimum of three years of practical experience in municipal government; experience in a
    municipal clerk’s office strongly preferred.

  • Minimum of three years of supervisory experience.

  • Wisconsin Certified Municipal Clerk (WCMC) certification (preferred).

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Apply now!

Innovative Public Advisors (IPA) is conducting the executive recruitment process for this position.

Applications are now being accepted until filled with first review no later than September 12, 2025.

Please upload (right) or send cover letter, resume, salary history, and professional references to Jess Wildes at jess@public-advisors.com. Please direct questions to 262-339-5658.

Thank you for your interest!