Job Description
Join Houston's dynamic municipal team as Senior City Clerk and become the guardian of civic integrity. This pivotal role ensures seamless municipal operations through meticulous record management, compliance oversight, and public service excellence. Shape Houston's administrative future while upholding the highest standards of transparency and accessibility.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all official city records, ordinances, and council minutes with precise documentation
- Manage public records requests and ensure compliance with open records laws
- Coordinate municipal elections and voter registration processes
- Administer oaths of office and maintain official city seals
- Lead digital transformation of archival systems for enhanced accessibility
- Advise city council on procedural matters and legislative compliance
- Train staff on records management best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- 5+ years municipal government experience with records management
- Texas Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation preferred
- Expertise in open records laws (Texas Government Code Chapter 552)
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders