Job Description
Join the City of Sacramento's dynamic team as we seek an experienced City Clerk to uphold the integrity of local governance. This pivotal role ensures seamless municipal operations by managing official records, facilitating public access to information, and supporting the legislative process. As the guardian of Sacramento's democratic processes, you'll be instrumental in maintaining transparency, compliance, and public trust in local government.
The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, possesses exceptional organizational skills, and is passionate about public service. You'll work directly with the City Council, department heads, and community members to advance Sacramento's vision of an inclusive, efficient, and responsive city government.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and maintain official city records, ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes in compliance with state regulations
- Manage public records requests, ensuring timely responses and adherence to California Public Records Act requirements
- Administer municipal elections, including ballot preparation, voter outreach, and certification processes
- Provide legislative support to the City Council, including agenda preparation and document management
- Coordinate city clerk functions with other departments to ensure operational consistency
- Develop and implement records retention policies and digital archiving systems
- Serve as the filing officer for official city documents and contracts
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of municipal government or public sector experience with records management
- California Municipal Clerk certification or ability to obtain within 12 months
- Expertise in California Public Records Act, Brown Act, and election laws
- Advanced proficiency with document management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for public interactions
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with competing priorities
- Valid California driver's license and clean driving record