Michael McNamara, Butler County Treasurer
Michael McNamara was appointed to the office of Butler County Treasurer in March 2023.
Professional Background
Before becoming County Treasurer, McNamara worked his way through county and state government amassing a body of knowledge providing a unique breadth and depth of experience to the residents and taxpayers of Butler County.
From 2020-2023, McNamara served as Director of Clermont County’s Department of Community + Economic Development where some of his accomplishments included:
Prior to Clermont County, McNamara served as Butler County’s Development Administrator where he led the Butler County Land Bank and the Butler County Port Authority as Executive Director. Some of his successful projects include:
McNamara also served as Chief Deputy in the Butler County Treasurer’s office from 2010 to 2015. He has previously worked for the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s office, the Ohio Treasurer of State, and the Butler County Clerk of Courts office.
Education
McNamara graduated from Ohio University with a Master’s degree in Public Administration in 2019 with a 4.0 GPA.
McNamara’s undergraduate degree is in Political Science from Miami University in 1998.
Michael McNamara graduated from Kings High School and was a varsity athlete in cross country and swimming and a member of the National Honor Society.
Community Service
McNamara has made community service a priority in his life. McNamara was a member of the Board of Trustees for Mother Teresa Catholic Elementary School for six years and was Chairman of the Board for two years. He also served on the Board of Directors for the Cincinnati Area Chapter of the American Red Cross and was a Red Cross Board member for 12 years. He also served for six years on the Outreach Commission at St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church and was Commission Chair for two years which also included service on the Parish Council.
Other civic memberships over the years have included:
Personal
McNamara is a licensed FCC amateur radio operator (KB8ELI) and has been a certified drone pilot with the FAA. He is the author of two books: The Political Campaign Desk Reference and Nick Thomas Versus God. He and his wife, Lisa, live in West Chester where they raise their two sons. Their boys attend Mother Teresa Catholic Elementary School. They enjoy traveling, supporting local businesses, school activities and sports, and family adventures.