Job Description
Join the dynamic City of Austin team as our next City Clerk! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to immediately fill this critical role supporting our municipal operations. As the official custodian of city records, you'll ensure transparency, compliance, and efficient governance while serving Austin's vibrant community. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a direct impact on civic engagement and public service excellence.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and preserve all official city records, ordinances, resolutions, and minutes
- Oversee public records requests and ensure timely, accurate responses
- Manage city elections and voter registration processes
- Provide administrative support to the City Council and advisory boards
- Ensure compliance with state and municipal record-keeping laws
- Supervise records management staff and departmental operations
- Develop and implement records retention policies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- 5+ years of municipal government or records management experience
- Texas Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation preferred
- Expertise in Texas Public Information Act and open records laws
- Advanced proficiency in records management software and document systems
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills
- Strong written/verbal communication and public interaction abilities