Job Description
The City of Wichita is seeking an experienced City Clerk to join our dynamic municipal team. As a key administrative leader, you'll ensure seamless operations across city departments while maintaining the highest standards of transparency and public service. This immediate opening offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to shape Wichita's governance landscape. Join us in building a more efficient, responsive city government.
Responsibilities
- Manage official city records, ordinances, and meeting minutes with meticulous accuracy
- Oversee municipal elections and voter registration compliance
- Coordinate public records requests while ensuring legal compliance
- Administer oaths of office and maintain official city seal
- Serve as clerk for the City Council and Board of Zoning Appeals
- Develop and implement records retention policies
- Lead interdepartmental administrative process improvements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- Minimum 3 years municipal government experience
- Knowledge of Kansas open records laws and election procedures
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and records management systems
- Strong written/verbal communication skills
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation preferred
- Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion