The City of Washburn is seeking both a City Clerk and City Treasurer who are dedicated, detail oriented, and community-focused to join the Administrative team in this vibrant City. Located in northern Wisconsin’s picturesque Bayfield County, Washburn serves as the County Seat and is situated on the shore of Lake Superior’s Chequamegon Bay. The nearby Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, 1.5 million acre Chequamegon-Nicolet Forest and camping, snowmobiling, hiking and boating opportunities make the Washburn area a year-round outdoor recreational paradise. It is the home to several significant companies and governmental offices, including Bayfield County Government, Washburn School District, a community healthcare campus, and Washburn Iron Works. Washburn is a full-service municipality and prides itself in being a great community to live, work, and play.

The Clerk & Treasurer positions were established as separate, full-time positions after the completion of a staffing study in early 2026 in which the Council adopted a new organizational chart, establishing the new positions.

City Clerk
Salary: $50,000 - $75,000 plus excellent benefits. This exempt position, under the general supervision of the City Administrator, is the Chief Custodian of city records, parliamentarian and ensures compliance with open meetings and records laws for the City. This position also serves the role of a Deputy City Treasurer and deputy Zoning Administrator. Additionally, the Clerk is responsible for election administration, all licensing & permit administration as well as property valuation and cemetery records.

The position requires an Associates degree in public or business administration or related field. Requires 3-5 years of experience in municipal government, preferably as a deputy municipal clerk or, municipal clerk, or private sector officer manager. Certified Municipal Clerk designation or ability to obtain designation is preferred. Any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

City Treasurer
Salary: $60,000 - $85,000 plus excellent benefits. This full-time, exempt position, under the general supervision of the City Administrator, is the Chief Financial Officer of the City. This position also serves the role of a Deputy City Clerk.

Position requires an Associates Degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent and/or Certified Municipal Treasurer designation from Municipal Treasurers Association of Wisconsin or ability to obtain it. 3-5 years’ experience working with accounting systems in an office setting and knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Visit the community website at www.cityofwashburnwi.gov or the detailed community/position Profile here for more information.