Job Description
Join Mesa's dynamic municipal team as Senior City Clerk and become the cornerstone of our city's governance infrastructure. This pivotal role combines administrative excellence with public service leadership, ensuring seamless operations across Mesa's legislative and civic functions. You'll manage critical public records, coordinate with city council members, and implement innovative records management systems while maintaining strict compliance with Arizona's open meeting laws. Enjoy competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities in one of America's fastest-growing cities.
Responsibilities
- Oversee maintenance and accessibility of all municipal records, ordinances, and official documents
- Prepare and distribute council agendas, packets, and meeting minutes with precision
- Administer municipal elections and voter registration processes
- Coordinate public records requests in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes
- Manage city clerk department budget and personnel resources
- Develop records retention policies and digital archiving systems
- Serve as primary liaison between city council, public, and other municipal departments
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- Minimum 5 years municipal clerk or comparable government experience
- American Institute of Certified Public Managers (AICPM) certification preferred
- Expertise in Arizona's open meeting laws (ARS 38-431) and public records statutes
- Advanced proficiency in records management software (e.g., Laserfiche, DocuWare)
- Exceptional written communication and parliamentary procedure knowledge
- Valid Arizona driver's license and clean driving record