Job Description
Immediate Hire Opportunity: Join the administrative leadership team at the City of Long Beach. We are seeking a detail-oriented and professional City Clerk to manage vital city records, facilitate municipal meetings, and serve as the primary liaison between the City Council and the public.
This is a full-time position offering immediate start dates for qualified candidates. You will play a crucial role in maintaining transparency and efficiency within our local government operations.
Responsibilities
- Record Management: Oversee the creation, maintenance, and archiving of all official city records, ensuring compliance with the California Public Records Act.
- Meeting Administration: Prepare and distribute agendas, minutes, and resolutions for City Council and Board meetings; ensure accurate transcription and distribution of proceedings.
- Public Information: Act as the primary point of contact for the public regarding official documents, meeting schedules, and city policies; handle inquiries with professionalism and accuracy.
- Election Coordination: Manage the administration of local elections, including voter registration, candidate filing, and polling place logistics.
- Compliance & Reporting: Ensure all municipal activities adhere to state and local government regulations, internal policies, and procedural bylaws.
- Vendor Liaison: Coordinate with external vendors for official printing, publication, and notary services required for city business.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Political Science, Business, or a related field is required.
- Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in municipal government administration or a comparable clerical leadership role.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with government record management software (e.g., Accela, SanGIS) is highly preferred.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of the California Government Code and local municipal bylaws.
- Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft clear and professional documents.
- Attention to Detail: Demonstrated ability to manage complex schedules and high volumes of data with high accuracy.