City Clerk Job Description

Job brief

We are currently looking for a City Clerk who is highly organized and efficient to become a part of our team. The ideal candidate should have strong communication and interpersonal skills with a high level of attention to detail. They should be able to multitask effectively and prioritize their own workload.

Responsibilities

• Execute administrative and clerical tasks connected with the city's government operations, such as maintaining and organizing official documents and records.
• Attend and take minutes of city council meetings, keep track of voting records, and maintain official documents.
• Provide information to the public regarding city laws and ordinances, city council decisions, and government operations.
• Coordinate city-wide elections, including voter registration, polling location set-up, and ballot counting.
• Work with city departments to gather and distribute information related to government operations.
• Process and issue city licenses and permits.
• Organize and maintain official city records, such as birth and death certificates, deeds, and contracts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, political science, or a related field
• Prior experience in a related position is desirable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask effectively and prioritize workload
• Must possess exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and record-keeping software
• Should have the ability to preserve confidentiality and be discreet in managing confidential data