Job Description
Join Milwaukee's dynamic municipal team as our next City Clerk and become the guardian of civic integrity! This pivotal role ensures transparent governance while serving as the official record keeper for one of America's most vibrant cities. You'll orchestrate seamless elections, maintain critical municipal records, and champion accessible public information – all while shaping how residents engage with their local government.
As the City Clerk, you'll be the cornerstone of democratic processes, ensuring every vote counts and every resident's voice is heard. This is more than an administrative position; it's your chance to safeguard democracy's foundations while implementing innovative public engagement strategies in a forward-thinking urban environment.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all municipal elections, including voter registration, ballot preparation, and polling site coordination
- Maintain official city records, ordinances, and resolutions with meticulous precision
- Manage public records requests and ensure compliance with open records laws
- Administer city boards and commissions, including appointment scheduling and minute documentation
- Develop and implement digital records management systems for enhanced accessibility
- Lead public outreach initiatives to improve voter education and civic participation
- Serve as the official custodian of the city seal and public documents
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 5 years of municipal government experience with records management
- Expert knowledge of Wisconsin election laws and open records statutes
- Advanced proficiency in records management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, SharePoint)
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation highly desirable
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Deep commitment to public service and transparent governance