Job Description
Join the City of Wichita's dynamic team as we seek an experienced City Clerk to serve our community immediately. This critical role ensures transparent governance and efficient public service delivery. You'll be the guardian of civic integrity while working alongside passionate public servants in Kansas' largest city. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to shape Wichita's future.
Responsibilities
- Manage official city records, documents, and archives with meticulous attention to detail
- Prepare and distribute agendas, minutes, and official documentation for City Council meetings
- Oversee municipal elections, voter registration, and certification processes
- Serve as the official custodian of city records ensuring compliance with retention policies
- Administer oaths of office and public notary services for municipal officials
- Coordinate public records requests and ensure timely responses per Kansas Open Records Act
- Provide administrative support to City Council and department heads
- Develop and implement records management systems for digital and physical documents
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of municipal government or public administration experience
- Proficiency with document management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
- Deep knowledge of Kansas open records laws and municipal governance procedures
- Exceptional organizational skills with demonstrated attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Kansas Notary Public certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
- Valid Kansas driver's license