Job Description
Join the City of Chicago's esteemed municipal team as a City Clerk and become a vital steward of civic integrity. This premier opportunity empowers you to safeguard the city's legal and operational foundations while serving Chicago's diverse communities with excellence. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, competitive compensation, and the chance to shape municipal governance in a world-class urban environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage official city records, ordinances, and council proceedings with meticulous accuracy
- Oversee municipal elections, voter registration, and democratic processes
- Administer oaths, licenses, and official city permits
- Coordinate public records requests and ensure transparent information access
- Lead legislative compliance and document certification initiatives
- Serve as custodian of the city seal and official documentation
- Facilitate interdepartmental record management systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- 3+ years of municipal government or records management experience
- Illinois Notary Public certification preferred
- Expertise in municipal codes and legislative procedures
- Proficiency with record management software (e.g., Laserfiche, DocuWare)
- Exceptional attention to detail and confidentiality standards
- Strong written/verbal communication skills