Job Description
Join the dynamic City of Los Angeles as a City Clerk and become the guardian of municipal governance excellence! As the official record keeper for the nation's second-largest city, you'll ensure transparency, accountability, and accessibility in local government operations. This pivotal role offers unparalleled opportunities to shape civic processes while serving a diverse community of 4 million residents. If you're passionate about public service and possess meticulous attention to detail, this is your chance to make a lasting impact on LA's future.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and safeguard official city records, ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes
- Administer oaths of office for public officials and notary services
- Oversee municipal elections, voter registration, and campaign finance compliance
- Manage public records requests and ensure compliance with transparency laws
- Coordinate City Council meetings, agendas, and public hearing processes
- Lead records digitization initiatives and implement document management systems
- Advise city departments on legislative procedures and record-keeping standards
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of municipal government or records management experience
- California Notary Public certification or ability to obtain within 6 months
- Expertise in public records laws (California Public Records Act, Brown Act)
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, SharePoint)
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex legislation
- Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities