Job Description
Join Detroit's dynamic municipal team as City Clerk and become the guardian of our city's democratic processes. This pivotal role combines administrative excellence with public service integrity, ensuring seamless operations while upholding the highest standards of transparency and accessibility. You'll serve as the official record-keeper for Detroit's legislative actions, manage critical election infrastructure, and spearboard community engagement initiatives that empower residents. Ideal for detail-oriented professionals with a passion for civic duty, this position offers unparalleled opportunities to shape Detroit's future while working alongside dedicated public servants in a historic urban environment.
Responsibilities
- Safeguard and maintain official city records, ordinances, and meeting minutes with meticulous accuracy
- Administer municipal elections including voter registration, ballot preparation, and polling site coordination
- Manage public information requests and ensure compliance with open records laws
- Oversee city clerk operations including document certification, licensing, and permit processing
- Develop community outreach programs to enhance civic engagement and voter education
- Collaborate with city council, mayor's office, and legal department on legislative documentation
- Implement records management systems ensuring data security and accessibility
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- Minimum 5 years' experience in municipal government or public records management
- Deep knowledge of Michigan election laws and municipal governance protocols
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, SharePoint)
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with ability to simplify complex information
- Proven ability to manage sensitive data with strict confidentiality protocols
- Michigan Notary Public certification or ability to obtain within 6 months
- Experience leading community engagement initiatives preferred