Job Description
Join the City of Arlington's dynamic leadership team as we seek an experienced City Clerk to serve as the official custodian of municipal records and facilitate transparent governance. This urgent opening offers a unique opportunity to shape civic operations in one of America's fastest-growing cities while ensuring compliance with state regulations and fostering community engagement. We offer competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment committed to excellence.
Responsibilities
- Manage and preserve all official city records, ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes
- Administer public records requests in accordance with Texas Public Information Act
- Coordinate municipal elections and voter registration processes
- Prepare and distribute council agendas, packets, and official documentation
- Oversee the city seal authentication and document certification processes
- Facilitate public hearings and maintain procedural compliance
- Implement records retention policies and digital archiving systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- Minimum 5 years municipal government or records management experience
- Texas Municipal Clerk certification or ability to obtain within 12 months
- Expertise in Texas open records laws and election procedures
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche)
- Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail
- Strong written communication and public interaction abilities