Job Description
Join the vibrant City of Minneapolis as our next City Clerk and become a cornerstone of civic governance! In this pivotal role, you'll safeguard the integrity of municipal records while driving innovation in public administration. As the official custodian of city documents and elections, you'll serve as the guardian of democracy for our diverse community of 425,000 residents. We're seeking a visionary leader to modernize records management, streamline election processes, and enhance transparency for all Minneapolis citizens. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to shape the future of urban governance in one of America's most dynamic cities.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all municipal records management, ensuring compliance with state retention laws and FOIA requirements
- Administer city elections, including voter registration, ballot preparation, and polling site coordination
- Manage official city documents, including ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes
- Serve as clerk to the City Council, preparing agendas and maintaining procedural records
- Implement digital transformation initiatives for records systems and public access portals
- Lead public information dissemination through official publications and digital platforms
- Coordinate with county and state election authorities to ensure seamless electoral processes
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 5 years of municipal records management or election administration experience
- Minnesota Election Judge certification or equivalent election administration credentials
- Expertise in records management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, DocuWare)
- Deep knowledge of Minnesota election laws and municipal governance procedures
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Experience implementing digital transformation in government operations