Job Description
Join the City of New Orleans as a City Clerk and become the guardian of civic integrity. This pivotal role ensures seamless governance by maintaining official records, managing public documentation, and supporting legislative processes. You'll be instrumental in preserving the city's institutional memory while serving as a vital liaison between citizens and local government. If you're passionate about public service and possess meticulous attention to detail, this is your opportunity to shape New Orleans' administrative excellence.
Responsibilities
- Manage and preserve official city records, ordinances, and resolutions
- Prepare and distribute agendas, minutes, and legislative documentation
- Oversee public records requests and ensure compliance with transparency laws
- Coordinate municipal elections and voter registration processes
- Administer oaths of office and maintain official city seals
- Facilitate interdepartmental record-keeping systems and protocols
- Support city council meetings and public hearings documentation
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of municipal records management experience
- Proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, SharePoint)
- Deep knowledge of Louisiana public records laws and Sunshine Act
- Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality