Job Description
Join Milwaukee's dynamic municipal team as a City Clerk and become the guardian of civic integrity! This pivotal role ensures the seamless operation of democratic processes while serving as the official record keeper for Wisconsin's largest city. You'll work in a collaborative environment where your attention to detail directly impacts transparency and public trust. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the satisfaction of supporting a vibrant community.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all city elections, voter registration, and ballot certification processes
- Manage official city records, ordinances, and legislative documentation
- Provide administrative support to Common Council meetings and public hearings
- Process public records requests while maintaining compliance with open records laws
- Administer oaths of office and maintain official city seals
- Coordinate municipal records retention and archival systems
- Serve as the primary liaison between citizens and governmental processes
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of municipal government or records management experience
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation preferred
- Expertise in election administration and voter compliance
- Advanced proficiency with document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche)
- Strong knowledge of Wisconsin open records laws and statutes
- Exceptional communication skills and public-facing experience
- Ability to manage confidential information with discretion