Job Description
Join Houston's dynamic municipal team as a City Clerk and become the guardian of civic integrity. This critical role demands precision, leadership, and unwavering commitment to transparency. You'll spearhead record management, support the City Council, and ensure seamless electoral processes while serving as the official custodian of municipal history. With competitive benefits and growth opportunities, this is your chance to shape Houston's administrative excellence.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all official city records, documents, and archives with meticulous attention to compliance
- Prepare and distribute agendas, minutes, and official communications for City Council meetings
- Manage municipal elections, voter registration, and polling place coordination
- Administer public records requests and ensure FOIA/Texas Public Information Act adherence
- Coordinate with legal and finance departments for ordinance codification and record retention
- Lead training programs for staff on records management and municipal procedures
- Serve as the primary liaison between citizens and municipal governance bodies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of municipal government experience with records management focus
- Texas Certified Municipal Clerk (TCMC) or equivalent certification required
- Expertise in Texas Election Code and local government statutes
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, SharePoint)
- Exceptional written/verbal communication and public presentation skills
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders