Job Description
Join Milwaukee's dynamic municipal team as a City Clerk, where you'll become the guardian of civic integrity and public trust. This pivotal role combines administrative excellence with community engagement, ensuring seamless municipal operations while upholding the highest standards of transparency and accountability. You'll serve as the official record keeper for the City, manage critical elections, and spearboard initiatives that empower residents to actively participate in their government. If you're passionate about public service and possess meticulous attention to detail, this is your opportunity to shape Milwaukee's democratic future.
Responsibilities
- Officially record, maintain, and certify all municipal proceedings, ordinances, and resolutions
- Administer municipal elections with precision, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations
- Manage public records requests and maintain comprehensive archival systems
- Oversee business licensing, permitting, and municipal compliance documentation
- Develop and implement public outreach initiatives to enhance civic engagement
- Supervise City Clerk department staff and coordinate interdepartmental record-keeping
- Serve as the official custodian of the City seal and authenticate official documents
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 5 years municipal government or public sector experience
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation strongly preferred
- Expertise in election administration and election law compliance
- Advanced proficiency with document management systems and municipal software
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality
- Valid Wisconsin driver's license and ability to travel to polling locations