Job Description
Join Portland's dynamic municipal team as a Senior City Clerk and become the guardian of civic transparency. In this pivotal role, you'll orchestrate the city's record-keeping systems, ensure legislative compliance, and empower citizens through accessible public information. The City of Portland offers a collaborative environment where your expertise in governance directly impacts community engagement and democratic processes. We value innovative thinkers who can modernize archival systems while maintaining the highest standards of legal integrity.
Responsibilities
- Oversee comprehensive municipal records management systems including council minutes, ordinances, and public documents
- Administer oaths of office and manage official city seal documentation
- Coordinate public records requests while ensuring compliance with Oregon public records law
- Supervise election processes and voter registration initiatives
- Develop digital archiving solutions to enhance public accessibility
- Advise city officials on legislative compliance and procedural matters
- Lead community outreach programs for civic education
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of municipal clerk or records management experience
- Deep knowledge of Oregon Revised Statutes and municipal governance
- Proficiency in records management software (e.g., Laserfiche, DocuWare)
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation preferred
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Experience managing public records request workflows
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and ethical standards