Job Description
Join the dynamic team at the City of Raleigh, a thriving metropolitan hub recognized for innovation and community excellence. We seek a detail-oriented Senior City Clerk to uphold the integrity of municipal operations while serving as a vital link between citizens and local governance. This pivotal role ensures transparent governance through meticulous record management, legislative support, and exceptional public service.
As Raleigh continues to grow at twice the national average, our City Clerk's office plays a crucial role in maintaining institutional memory and facilitating democratic processes. You'll work in a modern downtown facility with hybrid options, supporting a city ranked among America's Best Places to Live (2023). We offer comprehensive benefits including tuition reimbursement and wellness programs.
Responsibilities
- Manage and preserve all official city records, ordinances, and meeting minutes with meticulous accuracy
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to the City Council and mayoral office
- Oversee public records requests ensuring compliance with NC public records law
- Coordinate municipal elections and voter registration initiatives
- Develop and implement records management systems for digital and physical archives
- Serve as the primary liaison for interdepartmental communications and public inquiries
- Lead the certification and publication of legal notices and public documents
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field
- Minimum 5 years municipal government or public sector experience
- Proficiency in records management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, DocuWare)
- Deep knowledge of North Carolina public records statutes and municipal procedures
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Notary Public certification or ability to obtain within 6 months
- Experience with municipal election administration processes
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and document automation tools