Job Description
Join New York City's esteemed municipal team as a City Clerk and become a vital guardian of civic integrity. In this pivotal role, you'll orchestrate the seamless execution of government operations while safeguarding the city's democratic processes. We're seeking a meticulous professional with a passion for public service to manage critical records, coordinate legislative activities, and ensure transparency in governance. This full-time position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to shape NYC's administrative excellence.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain official municipal records, ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes
- Oversee public records requests and ensure compliance with Freedom of Information Law (FOIL)
- Coordinate City Council meetings, agendas, and legislative documentation
- Administer oaths of office and notarial services for municipal officials
- Manage voter registration and election coordination processes
- Supervise records retention and archival systems
- Lead interdepartmental communications for legislative initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- Minimum 5 years experience in municipal government or records management
- Expertise in FOIL compliance and public records regulations
- Proficiency with government document management systems (e.g., Legistar, Municode)
- Strong knowledge of NYC government structure and legislative processes
- Excellent written communication and document drafting skills
- NYC residency required within 90 days of hire