Job Description
Join the City of Phoenix's dynamic municipal team as a Senior City Clerk! In this pivotal role, you'll be the guardian of democratic processes and public trust, ensuring seamless operations of City Council meetings, elections, and vital records management. We're seeking a meticulous professional with a passion for public service to uphold transparency and accessibility in one of America's fastest-growing cities.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of City Council meeting preparation, including agenda compilation, minute documentation, and ordinance processing
- Manage official records retention, public records requests, and document archiving per Arizona state statutes
- Administer municipal elections including voter registration, ballot preparation, and polling place coordination
- Serve as custodian of the City Seal and attestation of official documents
- Coordinate public hearing notifications and legal publication compliance
- Implement records management systems ensuring digital and physical document security
- Provide procedural guidance to elected officials and department heads
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
- 5+ years of municipal government or public sector administrative experience
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation from International Institute of Municipal Clerks
- Expert knowledge of Arizona open meeting laws (A.R.S. § 38-431) and election procedures
- Advanced proficiency in records management software (e.g., Laserfiche, DocuWare)
- Exceptional written communication skills with demonstrated ability to draft complex legal documents
- Proven experience managing public records requests and FOIA compliance
- Valid Arizona driver's license