Job Description
Join the City of Chicago's dynamic team as a Senior City Clerk and play a pivotal role in municipal governance. This high-impact position ensures the integrity of official records, facilitates transparent public access to government proceedings, and upholds the highest standards of administrative excellence. You'll be the cornerstone of civic operations, managing critical documentation while serving as a trusted liaison between residents and local government.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and maintain all official city records, ordinances, and meeting minutes with meticulous precision
- Manage public records requests and ensure compliance with Illinois Freedom of Information Act
- Coordinate and publish City Council agendas, packets, and official documentation
- Administer oaths of office and manage notary public services for city officials
- Lead the implementation of digital record-keeping systems to enhance accessibility and security
- Supervise municipal election processes including ballot certification and voter registration
- Serve as primary liaison between city departments and external stakeholders on record-related matters
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field required
- Minimum 5 years of municipal government experience with records management
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems
- Deep knowledge of Illinois municipal codes and record-keeping regulations
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation preferred
- Experience managing FOIA requests and public records compliance