Job Description
Join our dynamic municipal team as the City Clerk of Springfield, where you'll be the guardian of civic integrity and the heartbeat of local governance. This pivotal role combines administrative excellence with public service leadership, ensuring transparency and accessibility in all city operations. You'll manage the city's official records, coordinate municipal elections, and serve as the primary liaison between citizens and local government. Ideal for detail-oriented professionals passionate about community engagement and procedural excellence, this position offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to shape the future of our vibrant city.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all city records management, including archival, retention, and public access protocols
- Administer municipal elections, voter registration, and certification processes
- Prepare and maintain official city documents, ordinances, and meeting minutes
- Manage public records requests and ensure compliance with open records laws
- Coordinate city council agendas, hearings, and public meetings
- Serve as the official custodian of the city seal and vital records
- Provide administrative support to city boards and commissions
- Develop public-facing communication materials for civic engagement
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of municipal government or records management experience
- Proficiency in records management software and document imaging systems
- Deep knowledge of election administration and open records laws
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation preferred
- Experience with public meeting facilitation and stakeholder engagement