Job Description
Join the City of Omaha's leadership team as City Clerk and become the guardian of municipal integrity! This pivotal role ensures seamless governance by managing official records, facilitating public access to information, and upholding the highest standards of transparency. You'll serve as the official custodian of city records, coordinate elections, and support legislative processes while shaping Omaha's future through meticulous documentation and procedural excellence. If you're a detail-oriented leader passionate about public service and civic engagement, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Responsibilities
- Manage and preserve official city records, ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes
- Oversee municipal elections, including voter registration and ballot coordination
- Provide public records access and respond to information requests under open records laws
- Administer oaths of office and maintain official city seals and documents
- Coordinate with city council, mayor's office, and other departments for legislative support
- Ensure compliance with state statutes and municipal regulations
- Develop and implement records management systems and retention policies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- 5+ years of municipal government or records management experience
- Proficiency in records management software and document imaging systems
- Deep knowledge of Nebraska election laws and open records statutes
- Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality
- Certification as Municipal Clerk (MMC) or similar preferred