The clerk duties of the clerk are to demonstrate knowledge about township (general law or charter) government responsibilities, functions and powers, including;

• Identifies the major functions of each branch of government-local, state and federal-along with their relationship to one another
• Understands the statutory duties and responsibilities of the office of township clerk
• Aware of the roles and responsibilities of other elected and appointed offices in the township
• Demonstrates knowledge of the various committees, boards and commissions serving the township, including their roles and responsibilities 
• Understands how township policies and procedures are set
• Demonstrates knowledge of how ordinances are lawfully adopted and legally enforced