Job Description
Join the dynamic City of Minneapolis team as our next Senior City Clerk! This pivotal role ensures seamless municipal operations by safeguarding public records, managing elections, and delivering exceptional constituent services. As the guardian of governmental transparency, you'll uphold Minnesota's Open Meeting Laws while spearheading digital record modernization initiatives. Our ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments where precision meets public service excellence. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to shape how our city operates for generations to come.
Responsibilities
- Safeguard and maintain official municipal records with digital archiving protocols
- Oversee all election administration processes including voter registration and ballot management
- Administer city council meetings, agendas, and public record requests
- Manage municipal licensing and permitting systems with regulatory compliance
- Lead records management modernization projects using enterprise software
- Train staff on public records laws and FOIA procedures
- Collaborate with legal department on record retention policies
- Serve as primary liaison for public inquiries regarding city records
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field
- 5+ years municipal records management experience
- Minnesota Election Administrator certification preferred
- Expertise in Minnesota Government Data Practices Act
- Advanced proficiency in records management software (e.g., Laserfiche)
- Proven project management for digital transformation
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation a plus