Job Description
Join the City of Minneapolis as a City Clerk and become a vital part of our municipal governance team. This high-impact role ensures the integrity of public records while serving as a trusted resource for residents, officials, and community partners. You'll manage elections, maintain legislative archives, and uphold transparency standards in one of America's most vibrant cities.
With competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to equity and inclusion, this position offers a unique chance to shape civic engagement at the local level. The ideal candidate combines meticulous attention to detail with exceptional communication skills to serve Minneapolis' diverse communities.
Responsibilities
- Oversee municipal elections, including ballot preparation, polling site coordination, and compliance with election laws
- Manage and preserve official city records, ordinances, resolutions, and minutes with precision
- Provide legislative support to the City Council, including agenda preparation and public hearing coordination
- Administer oaths of office and notary public services for city officials and residents
- Lead public records requests management, ensuring timely and accurate responses
- Develop and implement records retention policies compliant with state statutes
- Collaborate with department heads to ensure legislative compliance and transparency
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of municipal government or records management experience
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation preferred
- Expertise in Minnesota election laws and municipal code compliance
- Advanced proficiency with records management systems and document archiving
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with diverse audiences
- Strong project management abilities and attention to detail
- Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in public service