Description

The City of Wayland is seeking a skilled, motivated, and community-focused professional to serve as our next City Clerk/HR Manager. This is a dual-function leadership role that oversees all statutory Clerk duties and manages citywide Human Resources operations. If you are energized by public service, detail-oriented work, and helping build strong organizational systems, this position offers a unique opportunity to make an impact across the entire City.

Wayland is a welcoming, growing community committed to high-quality public service, transparency, and strong civic engagement. As a member of our leadership team, you will join a group of dedicated professionals who value:

• Integrity and public trust
• Exceptional customer service
• Collaboration across departments

Submit your resume and cover letter by Noon, Friday, January 16, 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

City Clerk Functions:

• Act as the official custodian of all City records, ordinances, resolutions, and legal documents.
• Serve as FOIA Coordinator, ensuring accurate tracking and timely responses.
• Administer all local, state, and federal elections, including staffing, training, and compliance.
• Prepare and distribute City Council and Board agendas, minutes, and public notices.
• Maintain records retention systems and coordinate codification of ordinances and Charter updates.
• Manage licensing, permits, and Notary Public services.

Human Resources Leadership:

• Oversee full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, training coordination, and personnel recordkeeping.
• Support employee relations, policy interpretation, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, EEOC, MIOSHA).
• Administer the City's CDL Drug & Alcohol Testing Program and safety programs.

 Technology, Communications & Administrative Support:

• Maintain City website, intranet, and social media updates.
• Support internal and external communications, newsletters, and public transparency.
• Assist with departmental budget development, procurement processes, and research projects.

Requirements

Required:

• Associate degree or 2 years of college.
• Minimum three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in HR, public administration, or municipal operations.
• Ability to obtain MiPMC certification within 3 years.
• Current Michigan driver's license
• Ability to obtain Notary and Elections certifications.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Michigan Election Law, FOIA, OMA, labor law, and municipal governance.
• Experience managing elections, drafting minutes, and administering records systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, leadership, and the public.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, BS&A, QVF, and modern recordkeeping systems.
• Excellent judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines.