Wausau City Clerk to Resign After Spring Election

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Wausau City Clerk Kaitlyn Bernarde will resign her position after the upcoming April election, according to a representative from the Mayor's office. The city has posted the open Clerk role, which oversees elections, city records, and the Clerk's office staff, and is seeking applicants with at least three years of administrative or government experience and the ability to obtain Wisconsin Municipal Clerk Certification within four years.

Why it matters

The Wausau City Clerk plays a crucial role in administering local elections and maintaining municipal records. Bernarde's resignation after the spring election will require the city to find a qualified replacement to take on these important responsibilities.

The details

Wausau's current City Clerk, Kaitlyn Bernarde, will be resigning from her position after the upcoming April election. The city has posted the open Clerk role on its job board and Facebook, seeking applicants with at least three years of administrative or government experience, a bachelor's degree in a related field, and the ability to obtain Wisconsin Municipal Clerk Certification within four years. The Clerk oversees elections, takes minutes for the City Council, maintains city records, and manages the Clerk's office staff.

• Kaitlyn Bernarde will resign as Wausau City Clerk after the April 2026 election.

What’s next

The city will begin reviewing applications and conducting interviews to find a replacement for the Wausau City Clerk position in the coming weeks.