Job Description
Join the dynamic City of Raleigh team as our next Senior City Clerk! Be the cornerstone of civic operations by ensuring transparent governance and exceptional public service. As the official record-keeper for the city, you'll manage critical documents, coordinate municipal elections, and support the City Council with precision. This is your opportunity to shape Raleigh's future while upholding the highest standards of integrity and efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all official city records, ordinances, and minutes with meticulous attention to detail
- Manage municipal elections and voter registration processes per North Carolina statutes
- Coordinate public records requests and ensure compliance with open records laws
- Support City Council meetings by preparing agendas, taking minutes, and maintaining procedural accuracy
- Administer oaths of office and notary public services for city officials
- Lead records management digitization initiatives for enhanced accessibility
- Collaborate with legal department on document retention policies and compliance
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- 5+ years of municipal government or records management experience
- NC Notary Public certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
- Expertise in records management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, DocuWare)
- Thorough knowledge of North Carolina open records laws and election procedures
- Exceptional written communication and document preparation skills
- Proven ability to manage sensitive information with discretion
- Experience supervising administrative teams preferred