Job Description
Join Seattle's dynamic municipal team as a Senior City Clerk and become the guardian of civic integrity. This pivotal role combines meticulous record-keeping with public service excellence in one of America's most vibrant cities. You'll orchestrate seamless election processes, safeguard critical municipal documents, and serve as the official custodian of legislative actions – all while shaping the backbone of Seattle's democratic infrastructure.
Our ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments where precision meets public service. With competitive benefits and a commitment to work-life balance, the City of Seattle offers a rewarding career path for dedicated public servants ready to make lasting impacts on urban governance.
Responsibilities
- Administer municipal elections with flawless accuracy and public transparency
- Manage official city records including ordinances, resolutions, and minutes
- Oversee public records requests ensuring timely compliance with RCW and FOIA
- Serve as clerk to the Seattle City Council and municipal boards
- Develop records management systems for digital and physical archives
- Authenticate official documents through notary and certification services
- Lead public-facing initiatives promoting civic engagement
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- 5+ years municipal government experience with records management
- Washington State Municipal Clerk certification or equivalent
- Expert knowledge of RCW 29A (Elections) and RCW 42.56 (Public Records)
- Advanced proficiency in records management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, DocuWare)
- Proven experience managing election cycles and voter registration
- Exceptional written communication and public presentation skills