Job Description
Join Baltimore's dynamic municipal team as our new City Clerk! This critical leadership role requires meticulous attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and a passion for public service. You'll be the guardian of Baltimore's civic integrity, managing official records, facilitating transparent governance, and ensuring compliance with municipal regulations. This is an immediate opportunity to shape the city's administrative backbone while working alongside dedicated public servants.
Responsibilities
- Oversee maintenance and certification of all municipal records, ordinances, and resolutions
- Manage city council meetings agenda preparation, minute-taking, and public record dissemination
- Supervise voter registration, election coordination, and polling place logistics
- Administer oaths of office and public document notarization
- Ensure compliance with Maryland Public Information Act requests
- Lead records digitization and archival management initiatives
- Coordinate inter-departmental administrative protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- Minimum 5 years municipal government or records management experience
- Expert knowledge of Maryland public records laws and election procedures
- Advanced proficiency in records management software (e.g., Laserfiche, DocuWare)
- Valid Notary Public commission in Maryland
- Exceptional written communication and legal document drafting skills
- Proven ability to manage sensitive information with discretion