Job Description
Join the City of Long Beach's leadership team as our next City Clerk! This pivotal role shapes municipal governance and public trust while serving over 460,000 residents. You'll orchestrate city elections, maintain official records, and ensure legislative compliance in California's fifth-largest city. Ideal for mission-driven professionals seeking to make a tangible impact on community engagement and civic integrity.
Responsibilities
- Manage all municipal elections, including voter registration and ballot preparation
- Oversee record-keeping for City Council actions and official documents
- Administer oaths of office and public records requests
- Coordinate legislative compliance and code updates
- Lead public engagement initiatives for civic transparency
- Manage departmental budget and personnel resources
- Advise elected officials on parliamentary procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years municipal government experience
- Certification as Municipal Clerk (CMC) preferred
- Expert knowledge of California election laws (Elections Code)
- Advanced proficiency in records management systems
- Proven ability to manage complex public projects
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Valid California Driver's License