Job Description
Join Houston's dynamic municipal team as a City Clerk! You'll serve as the official custodian of city records, ensuring transparency and compliance with state regulations. This pivotal role bridges government operations and public service, making you instrumental in Houston's governance. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to shape our city's administrative excellence.
Responsibilities
- Manage and preserve official city records, ordinances, and minutes
- Oversee public records requests and ensure timely compliance
- Coordinate municipal elections and voter registration processes
- Administer oaths of office and notarized documents
- Prepare agendas and maintain records for City Council meetings
- Ensure compliance with Texas Open Records Act requirements
- Lead records management digitization and archival initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field
- 5+ years in municipal records management or government administration
- Texas Certified Municipal Clerk (TCMC) certification preferred
- Expertise in Texas Open Records Act and municipal governance
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche)
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities