Membership Benefits

The WMCA prides itself on providing networking, educational, and many other professional development training tools to its members. Below are some additional benefits that are accessible to members of the WMCA.

Education & Professional Development

  • District Meetings & Training - Convenient, localized learning sessions with clerks in your region covering election administration, licensing, open meetings, and public records management, and much more.
  • Annual WMCA Conferences - Gain knowledge from expert speakers, attend interactive workshops, and connect with fellow clerks.
  • New Clerk Training - A must for those new to the profession, providing essential guidance and mentorship.

Networking & Support

  • A statewide network of over 1,500 municipal clerks and professionals for collaboration and knowledge sharing.
  • District meetings provide opportunities to engage with clerks in your region, discuss best practices, and address local challenges.
  • A mentorship program connecting new and experienced clerks willing to share guidance and expertise. 

Resource Center & Tools

  • A mentorship program connecting new and experienced clerks willing to share guidance and expertise.
  • A Clerk's Manual with guidance on municipal responsibilities.
  • Legislative updates to keep members informed on key developments impacting municipalities.

Professional Growth & Recognition

  • Scholarship opportunities to support continuing education and career advancement.
  • Have a special talent for web design, finance, or fundraising? Have the desire to assist brand new clerks, or have the drive to advocate for changes to legislation? Put your talents and passions to use by joining one of the many committees that allow the WMCA to achieve its goals.
  • Recognition programs such as Clerk of the Year and Lifetime Achievement awards to celebrate excellence in the field.

Community & Engagement

  • Stay current with the latest clerk-related news and updates with the monthly newsletter.
  • Social and professional networking events that foster strong working relationships and collaboration.
  • Exclusive member discounts on training, conferences, and professional development resources.
  • Communicate with the over 675 WMCA members instantly via the Clerklist Email Listserv. Contact info@wisclerks.org to get subscribed. 

WMCA Merchandise

Access to official WMCA and Conference merchandise: shirts, polos, totes, and more! Links to the exclusive store will be sent out in the WMCA newsletters when merch is available.