Erin Liese
6 Independence Trail Richmond,RI
Summary
Experienced Town Clerk with a strong background in municipal operations and public administration. Demonstrated skills in record keeping, legislation preparation, and community engagement. Developed effective procedures to increase efficiency in previous roles. Profound understanding of local government structure and responsibilities, bringing focus on transparency and ethical practices.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Town Clerk
Town of Richmond
Richmond, RI
04.2021 - Current
- Supervised operations of Town Clerk's Office, ensuring compliance with legal standards.
- Coordinated election processes for Town of Richmond, maintaining accurate records and timelines.
- Prepared agendas, informational materials, and minutes for Town Council meetings.
- Managed public record requests and served as Open Meeting Filing Coordinator.
- Implemented audio-video systems in chambers, training staff for effective meeting recordings.
- Oversaw issuance of permits, licenses, and official documents for residents.
- Organized Richmond Tree Lighting event in collaboration with Recreation Commission and Public Works.
- Maintained official town records, including ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and vital statistics.
Town Clerk
Town of Jamestown
Jamestown, RI
07.2019 - 04.2021
- Directed operations of Town Clerk's Office, overseeing payroll, accounts payable, and budget preparation.
- Served as Clerk of Town Council, attending meetings and preparing agendas and minutes.
- Prepared legal advertisements in compliance with Rhode Island General Law and Town Code.
- Coordinated Zoom meetings, managing hosting and training to adhere to Executive Order 2020-5.
- Handled public record requests and acted as Open Meeting Filing Coordinator for the town.
- Trained boards and commissions on best practices for conducting open meetings.
- Managed all phases of Town Clerk's responsibilities, assisting residents with vital records and licensing.
- Maintained historical, vital, and land evidence records to ensure preservation for the town.
Town Clerk
Town of West Greenwich
West Greenwich, RI
02.2014 - 07.2019
- Supervisor of the Town Clerk's Office, including payroll, accounts payable, budget preparation, and banking reconciliation.
- Clerk of the Town Council attended Town Council meetings and prepared agendas, material information, and meeting minutes for the Council.
- Responsible for preparing legal advertising for the Town according to Rhode Island General Law, Town Charter, and Town Code.
- Maintained and preserved all historical records, vital records, and land evidence records for the town.
- Coordinated the schedule and activities of the boards and commissions.
- Probate Clerk and prepared all legal advertisements, probate materials for the Probate Judge, and issued probate orders and certificates according to Rhode Island General Law.
- Board of Canvassers Clerk: responsible for the preparation and implementation of all elections in conjunction with the Board of Canvassers.
- Implemented online land evidence.
- Coordinated the codification of the Town Code of Ordinances.
- Coordinated with the Rhode Island Interlocal Trust regarding insurance renewal and drug-testing procedures of the Department of Public Works.
Deputy Town Clerk
Town of West Greenwich
West Greenwich, RI
12.2010 - 02.2012
- Maintained records and correspondence for the town clerk.
- Duties included land evidence recording, interaction with the public, reconciling bank statements, budget distribution and preparation, and implementing new software programs regarding license procedures, probate, and vital records.
- Maintained records and correspondence for the town administrator.
- Assisted the Town Administrator with maintaining and updating insurance requirements for the town.
- Assisted the Town Administrator with facilitating the drug-testing requirements for Public Works.
Floating Clerk
Town of West Greenwich
West Greenwich, RI
11.2007 - 12.2010
- Maintained records and correspondence for the Town Administrator, Town Planner, and Town Clerk.
- Prepared Planning Board materials, business licenses, and budgets.
- Accurately evaluated, prepared, and processed payroll for town employees.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Rhode Island
Certified Municipal Clerk Designation - Professional Training
RI & New England Clerk's Association
Skills
- Municipal administration
- Professional ethics
- Multitasking capacity
- Meeting preparation
- Public records management
- Election coordination
- Budget preparation
- Legal documentation
- Community engagement
- Information technology
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Event organization
- Municipal regulations expertise
- Records management
- Detail orientation
- Organizational skills
- Meeting facilitation
- Effective communication
- Reports preparation
- Problem-solving
- Researching skills
- Professional correspondence
- Legal research
- Public service
- Goal setting
- Self motivation
- Analytical thinking
Affiliations
University of Rhode Island Presidential Scholar Recipient 2024
Rhode Island City and Town Clerk’s Secretary 2022- Present
Rhode Island City and Town Clerk’s Elections Committee 2015 – Present
Rhode Island City and Town Clerk’s Handbook Committee 2016 – Present
Rhode Island City and Town Clerk’s Executive Committee 2014 – 2019
New England Association of City and Town Clerks Executive Board 2014 – 2017
New England Association of City and Town Clerks Membership Board 2020 – 2024
Town of Richmond Town Administrators Search Committee 2013 & 2015
Town of Richmond Charter Review Commission 2015 & 2022
Town of Richmond Senior/Recreation Study Committee 2018 – 2020
Town of Richmond Recreation Commission 2025
Certification
- Certified Municipal Clerk
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Town Clerk
Town of Richmond
04.2021 - Current
Town Clerk
Town of Jamestown
07.2019 - 04.2021
Town Clerk
Town of West Greenwich
02.2014 - 07.2019
Deputy Town Clerk
Town of West Greenwich
12.2010 - 02.2012
Floating Clerk
Town of West Greenwich
11.2007 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Science -
University of Rhode Island
Certified Municipal Clerk Designation - Professional Training
RI & New England Clerk's Association
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