Job Description
Shape the heart of Phoenix's civic operations as our next Senior City Clerk. Join a dynamic team dedicated to transparent governance and community service in America's fifth-largest city. This pivotal role combines administrative excellence with public service impact, offering unparalleled growth opportunities within municipal government.
Why Phoenix? Enjoy 300+ days of sunshine, a thriving cultural scene, and affordable living in a metropolis where innovation meets desert beauty. The City of Phoenix offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development stipends.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all official city records, ordinances, and council meeting documentation with meticulous accuracy
- Manage public records requests ensuring compliance with Arizona Public Records Law
- Coordinate municipal elections including ballot preparation and voter education initiatives
- Lead the city's legislative tracking system and maintain the official code of ordinances
- Serve as primary liaison between city departments and the Mayor/Council offices
- Develop and implement records retention policies aligned with state and federal regulations
- Train staff on public records management procedures and legislative processes
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of municipal government or public sector experience
- Expertise in Arizona public records laws and election procedures
- Advanced proficiency in records management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, DocuWare)
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders
- Professional certification (e.g., CRM - Certified Municipal Clerk) strongly preferred
- Exceptional written/verbal communication skills with attention to detail
- Experience with legislative tracking and ordinance codification systems