Job Description
Join Seattle's dynamic municipal team as the City Clerk! This pivotal role safeguards our city's democratic processes while preserving public records for future generations. You'll serve as the official custodian of municipal records, oversee election integrity, and provide critical administrative leadership to the City Council. If you're passionate about transparency, civic engagement, and operational excellence, this is your opportunity to shape Seattle's governance legacy.
Responsibilities
- Administer municipal elections with strict adherence to state/federal regulations and ensure voter accessibility
- Maintain and archive all official city records, ordinances, resolutions, and legislative actions
- Provide direct administrative support to Seattle City Council including agenda preparation and meeting coordination
- Manage public records requests while balancing transparency with legal compliance
- Oversee codification and record-keeping systems for municipal operations
- Administer oaths of office and serve as filing officer for municipal officials
- Lead public-facing initiatives promoting civic participation and government accountability
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years local government experience with 2+ years in records management or elections
- Expertise in Washington State Public Records Act (RCW 42.56) and election laws
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems and municipal software
- Exceptional organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Strong project management ability handling high-stakes deadlines
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills for public interactions
- Valid Washington State driver's license