Job Description
Join the dynamic City of Houston team as a City Clerk and become the cornerstone of municipal governance. This pivotal role offers immediate opportunity to shape Houston's future while serving our vibrant community. As the official record-keeper for the nation's fourth-largest city, you'll ensure transparency, integrity, and accessibility of critical civic processes. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities in an organization committed to innovation and public service excellence.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all official city records, documents, and archives ensuring compliance with state regulations
- Prepare, distribute, and maintain accurate meeting minutes for City Council and Board proceedings
- Manage municipal elections processes including voter registration and ballot coordination
- Administer city records management system including retention schedules and digital archiving
- Serve as custodian of the official city seal and authenticate official documents
- Coordinate public records requests and ensure timely, compliant responses
- Provide administrative support to Mayor's office and City Council members
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum 3 years experience in municipal government or records management
- Deep knowledge of Texas Local Government Code and open records laws
- Expertise in digital records management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, SharePoint)
- Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document automation tools
- Valid Texas driver's license