Job Description
Join the City of New Orleans as a City Clerk and become the guardian of civic integrity. This pivotal role demands precision, leadership, and unwavering commitment to public service. You'll orchestrate seamless municipal operations while safeguarding the city's legal and administrative backbone. Ideal for strategic professionals with a passion for urban governance and community impact.
Responsibilities
- Manage all official city records, ordinances, and council proceedings with meticulous accuracy
- Oversee public records requests and ensure compliance with open records laws
- Coordinate municipal elections and voter registration processes
- Supervise city clerk staff and develop efficient administrative workflows
- Prepare agendas and minutes for City Council meetings
- Authenticate official documents with city seals and signatures
- Collaborate with legal, finance, and legislative departments
- Implement digital archiving systems for long-term record preservation
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of municipal government experience
- Expertise in Louisiana public records and election laws
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche)
- Proven leadership experience in public sector roles
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Certification in Municipal Clerkship (CMC) preferred