Job Description
Join Miami's dynamic municipal leadership team as City Clerk and become the guardian of our city's democratic processes. In this pivotal role, you'll orchestrate seamless elections, preserve historical records, and ensure transparent governance while serving as the official custodian of municipal documents. This position offers unmatched impact in shaping Miami's future while working alongside passionate public servants in a vibrant coastal metropolis.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all municipal elections including ballot preparation, polling place coordination, and certification of results
- Manage and maintain official city records, ordinances, and historical documents with precision
- Serve as clerk for city commission meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and ensuring compliance with Sunshine Laws
- Administer oaths of office and public notary services for city officials and residents
- Implement records management systems ensuring digital and physical document security and accessibility
- Coordinate public records requests while balancing transparency with legal compliance
- Supplement administrative support to city council and mayoral office as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 5 years municipal government or public sector experience with 2+ in records management
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation from International Institute of Municipal Clerks
- Expert knowledge of Florida Sunshine Laws, election procedures, and municipal recordkeeping standards
- Advanced proficiency in records management software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with bilingual English/Spanish highly desirable
- Proven ability to manage sensitive information with absolute discretion and integrity