Job Description
Join the City of Memphis as a City Clerk and play a pivotal role in local government operations. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage municipal records, facilitate public access to information, and ensure compliance with legal requirements. This position offers the opportunity to serve Memphis residents while contributing to transparent, efficient governance.
Responsibilities
- Oversee maintenance and preservation of official city records, minutes, and documents
- Manage public records requests and ensure timely responses
- Coordinate city council meetings, agendas, and documentation
- Administer municipal elections and voter registration processes
- Ensure compliance with Tennessee open records laws and regulations
- Manage municipal licensing and permitting systems
- Provide administrative support to city leadership and departments
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of municipal government or records management experience
- Proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, SharePoint)
- Strong knowledge of Tennessee public records laws and Sunshine Law
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects with strict deadlines
- Tennessee Notary Public certification preferred
- Experience with municipal election processes a plus