Job Description
Join Nashville's dynamic municipal team as our next City Clerk! Be the guardian of civic integrity while shaping the city's administrative heartbeat. This pivotal role combines meticulous record-keeping with public service excellence in Music City's thriving government landscape.
Why Nashville? Experience Southern charm meets urban innovation in a city ranked among America's fastest-growing metro areas. Enjoy world-class music, cuisine, and outdoor recreation while building a meaningful career in public service.
Responsibilities
- Oversee official city records, ordinances, and council minutes with unwavering precision
- Manage municipal elections and voter registration processes flawlessly
- Serve as primary liaison between city departments and the public
- Administer public records requests ensuring compliance with open records laws
- Coordinate public hearings and council meetings with seamless execution
- Maintain city charter and code documentation with rigorous accuracy
- Lead document digitization initiatives for enhanced accessibility
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years municipal clerk or records management experience
- Expertise in Tennessee open records laws and municipal procedures
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche)
- Exceptional communication skills with diverse stakeholders
- Professional certification (e.g., MMC, CRM) strongly preferred
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with competing deadlines
- Deep knowledge of Nashville's governmental structure