Job Description
Join Milwaukee's dynamic municipal team as City Clerk, the cornerstone of civic transparency and democratic processes. You'll be instrumental in preserving the integrity of local governance while serving as a trusted resource for residents and officials alike. This pivotal role combines administrative excellence with public service impact in Wisconsin's largest city.
Responsibilities
- Oversee official city records, ordinances, and council proceedings with meticulous accuracy
- Manage municipal elections including voter registration and polling place coordination
- Administer oaths of office and issue official city documents and licenses
- Serve as clerk to the Common Council and prepare meeting agendas/minutes
- Maintain comprehensive digital and physical archives per state statutes
- Lead public records requests and FOIA compliance initiatives
- Develop public-facing civic engagement resources and voter education materials
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- Minimum 5 years municipal government or public sector experience
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation strongly preferred
- Expert knowledge of Wisconsin election law and open records statutes
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche)
- Exceptional written/verbal communication and public presentation skills
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders