The Town of Hudson will begin searching for a new Town Clerk following the appointment of current Clerk Michelle Brewster to the newly created Human Resources Generalist position.
Hudson Selectmen approved the appointment during their most recent meeting, marking a significant step in the town’s effort to strengthen its internal HR capacity.
Selectman Heidi Jakoby, who served on the interview committee, said Brewster excelled throughout the process. “She did extremely well on her interview in every way, shape, and form, so I am honored to make this motion,” Jakoby said.
Town Administrator Roy Sorenson echoed that confidence, noting that the interview process was extensive and included a practicum. “I think you’ll be a great fit for this position,” he told Brewster, adding that she “checked all the boxes.” Sorenson said the HR Generalist role has been discussed for years as part of a long term plan to modernize and strengthen the town’s personnel operations. “This has been a position talked about for quite a while,” he said. “It’s a stepping stone to get us to where we might want to go someday.”
Brewster, who has lived in Hudson for four or five years, expressed gratitude for the opportunity and pride in her service as Town Clerk. She recalled stepping into the role in 2024 “having absolutely no clue what I was stepping into,” but said she quickly came to appreciate the importance of the position. “I loved every minute of it,” she said. “It’s a position that is misunderstood. It is my hope as the new HR person to promote and to find someone that takes as much pride in it as I do and to really let people know what that position is about.”
She described the Town Clerk’s Office as a meaningful way to serve the community. “This is a fantastic opportunity to give back to your town,” she said. Brewster noted that she holds a human services degree from Southern New Hampshire University, is a mother, and takes pride in her work. “I treat my coworkers like family, and I feel like I have expressed that in my time here,” she said.
With Brewster’s transition underway, the town has officially posted the Town Clerk vacancy. According to the job description, the position oversees elections, maintains official town records, handles motor vehicle registrations and licensing, and manages the daily operations of the Clerk’s Office in accordance with NH law. Applicants must be Hudson residents.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and résumé to:
Email: ContactClerk@Hudsonnh.gov Address: Michelle Brewster Human Resource Generalist Town of Hudson 12 School St., Hudson, NH 03051
The position will remain open until filled.
