The mission of the Shawano County Clerk’s office is to provide prompt, accurate, and courteous information and services to the general public, including the administration and coordination of elections and the issuance and distribution of certain permits and state licenses. The County Clerk’s office also serves the County Board and other county departments by assuring completion of necessary support functions and management of records.

The Clerk’s office provides general information and many services to the public. Some of the services provided are: issuing marriage licenses, trail passes, boat launch permits, and timber harvest notices. The County Clerk is also the assistant to the County Board and prepares the County Board agendas  and minutes, and publishes necessary documents relating to board action. It is also the responsibility of the County Clerk's office to design, prepare, and distribute, annually, the Shawano County directory and County Board proceedings. The County Clerk is the legal custodian of County Board proceedings and all committee agendas, minutes and contracts.