Job Description
Join Fort Worth's dynamic city leadership team as our next City Clerk! We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage critical municipal records, ensure legal compliance, and facilitate transparent governance. This high-impact role serves as the official custodian of city records and supports the City Council's legislative process. If you thrive in detail-oriented environments and value public service excellence, apply now to become the guardian of Fort Worth's civic legacy.
Responsibilities
- Manage, preserve, and provide access to official city records, ordinances, and minutes
- Oversee city elections, including ballot preparation and voter certification
- Administer oaths of office and maintain official city seals
- Coordinate public records requests in compliance with Texas Public Information Act
- Prepare and maintain legislative agendas for City Council meetings
- Manage municipal records retention and destruction policies
- Serve as primary liaison between departments and elected officials
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- 5+ years municipal government or records management experience
- Texas Certified Municipal Clerk (TCMC) or ability to obtain within 12 months
- Expertise in Texas Public Information Act and records retention laws
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems and databases
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong written communication and public interaction abilities