Job Description
Join the City of Wichita's leadership team as Senior City Clerk and become the guardian of our city's democratic processes. This pivotal role combines administrative excellence with civic engagement, ensuring seamless operations of municipal records, elections, and public information services. As the official record-keeper for Kansas' largest city, you'll shape transparency initiatives while mentoring a dedicated team of municipal professionals.
We offer comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. Wichita's dynamic arts scene and affordable living make it an ideal place to build your career and community impact.
Responsibilities
- Oversee accurate maintenance and preservation of all official city records, ordinances, and minutes
- Manage municipal elections, voter registration, and ballot processes in compliance with Kansas statutes
- Direct public information requests and ensure open government transparency standards
- Supervise clerk staff and implement digital record management systems
- Prepare agenda packets for City Council and Board of Commissioners meetings
- Administer oaths of office and notary public services
- Coordinate with county and state election officials for compliance
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- Minimum 5 years municipal government experience with records management
- Kansas Notary Public certification required
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, OnBase)
- Deep knowledge of Kansas open records laws and election procedures
- Exceptional written communication and public speaking abilities
- Proven team leadership and project management experience