After more than 45 years of dedicated service, Ulster County Clerk Nina Postupack is announcing her retirement, effective August 22, 2024, marking the end of an extraordinary career. Postupack’s tenure is distinguished by her dedication to public service, preservation of Ulster County’s rich history and a deep commitment to community outreach.
Nina Postupack began her career in the Ulster County Clerk’s Office in 1979, quickly rising through the ranks. By 1982, she was appointed Deputy County Clerk, and in 1990, she became Chief Deputy County Clerk. In 2006, Postupack made history as the first woman elected as Ulster County Clerk. Over the years, she has transformed the Clerk’s Office into a beacon of public service, marked by transparency, accessibility and historical preservation.
“Nina Postupack is one of the most selfless people I know, and the very embodiment of what a public servant should be — professional, fair, compassionate, responsive and committed to the highest standard of service for the people of Ulster County,” said Ulster County Executive Jen Metzger. “She has fostered a culture in the Clerk’s Office in which every person is treated with dignity, respect and kindness, and she has helped a countless number of people over her many years of service. I have enjoyed every moment of working with Nina, and will miss her greatly. I wish her the very best in her retirement, and thank her for her decades of committed service to our County.”
Throughout her tenure, Postupack spearheaded numerous initiatives that brought county services closer to the community. She introduced “Passport Nights” at town halls, making it easier for residents to apply for passports. Her efforts also extended to “Mobile Government” participation with other county departments, ensuring that essential services were accessible to those unable to visit the county office in person. Recognizing the need for greater convenience, she implemented extended hours at the DMV and conducted presentations to educate seniors about the services available to them.
Postupack’s passion for history led to the creation of an archival exhibit space in the Ulster County Office Building, showcasing the county’s rich past. She also oversaw the completion of the digitization of land record indexes, a significant achievement that ensures these records are preserved and easily accessible to the public. Additionally, the archives staff under her leadership provided local history presentations to community groups, schools and heritage organizations, furthering public knowledge and appreciation of Ulster County’s rich cultural heritage.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Postupack has been an active member of the community, serving on numerous boards and committees, including the Hudson River Maritime Museum, the Ulster County Boys and Girls Club, and the Ulster County Italian American Foundation. Her dedication has earned her numerous accolades, including the Roger W. Mabie Award, the Martha Washington Woman of History Award, and the Clement I. Angstrom Distinguished Citizen Award.
Reflecting on her career, Postupack remarked, “It has been an honor to serve the people of Ulster County for the past 45 years. I am grateful for the support of my colleagues, the residents, and my family throughout my career. I know that the Clerk’s Office is in capable hands and will continue to serve the community with the same dedication and integrity.”
“It has been a tremendous honor to serve in county-wide elected office with Ulster County Clerk Nina Postupack,” said Ulster County Comptroller March Gallagher. Our terms coincide and I had the pleasure of a joint swearing in with her in 2022 for our current terms. Clerk Postupack has been a mentor for me as a new elected official. She has modernized and streamlined the County Clerk’s Office on everything from implementing electronic records, to mobile DMV, to implementing Green Light, to more efficient office procedures. In addition to all that, Clerk Postupack has taken her role as the steward of Ulster County’s history and records dating back to the 1600s with seriousness and care that help us all to better understand our community’s tremendous role in the birth of the United States of America and all the growing pains that came with that. I wish Nina Postupack and her family the best in her retirement. I will be forever indebted to her for her cherished friendship, collegiality, and her unparalleled and exemplary service to the people of Ulster County.”