Job Description
Join the City of Columbus as a City Clerk and become the guardian of our civic integrity! This pivotal role ensures seamless municipal operations through meticulous record-keeping, transparent governance, and exceptional public service. You'll be the cornerstone of our democratic processes, managing vital documents while upholding the highest standards of compliance and accessibility.
As our community's trusted steward of information, you'll collaborate with diverse stakeholdersāfrom elected officials to residentsāto foster civic engagement and institutional trust. This position offers the unique opportunity to shape Columbus's administrative excellence while serving at the heart of local government.
Responsibilities
- Safeguard and maintain official city records, ordinances, and meeting minutes with meticulous accuracy
- Administer oaths and manage public records requests per Ohio Sunshine Law requirements
- Oversee city elections and voter registration processes with absolute integrity
- Coordinate with city council and mayoral office for legislative documentation and compliance
- Develop and implement records management systems ensuring archival standards and accessibility
- Serve as the primary liaison for public inquiries regarding municipal procedures and documentation
- Manage departmental budgets and procurement processes for clerical operations
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field
- 5+ years of municipal government or public sector experience with records management
- Ohio Notary Public certification or ability to obtain within 90 days
- Expertise in Ohio Sunshine Law and public records regulations
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, SharePoint)
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with diplomatic acumen
- Proven project management experience with complex municipal processes
- Valid Ohio driver's license with clean driving record