Job Description
Join the City of Austin's dynamic team as we seek an experienced City Clerk to immediately support our municipal operations. This critical role ensures transparency, accountability, and efficiency in governance while serving as the official custodian of city records. You'll be instrumental in facilitating public access to information, managing elections, and supporting the City Council with administrative expertise. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape Austin's future while upholding the highest standards of civic integrity.
Responsibilities
- Serve as custodian of official city records, maintaining archival systems and ensuring document accessibility
- Administer municipal elections, including voter registration, ballot preparation, and compliance with election laws
- Provide administrative support to the City Council, including meeting preparation, minute-taking, and agenda management
- Oversee public records requests, ensuring timely responses and legal compliance
- Manage city ordinances, resolutions, and legislative tracking systems
- Coordinate public notices and legal publications
- Lead records digitization initiatives and modernization of document management systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of municipal government or public sector experience
- Advanced proficiency in records management systems and document digitization
- Deep knowledge of Texas election laws and municipal governance procedures
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
- Experience with public records request processing and legal compliance
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation preferred