Job Description
Join Pittsburgh's dynamic municipal team as a Senior City Clerk and become an integral part of our award-winning public service infrastructure. This high-impact role offers competitive compensation, exceptional benefits including pension plans, and unparalleled career advancement opportunities in one of America's most livable cities. You'll work in a modern downtown office with hybrid flexibility, supporting critical municipal operations while contributing to community initiatives that directly impact residents' daily lives.
Responsibilities
- Manage official city records, permits, and licensing documentation with meticulous attention to detail
- Coordinate public hearings and council meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-keeping
- Process and analyze complex administrative data using advanced municipal software systems
- Serve as primary liaison between citizens and city departments, ensuring responsive service delivery
- Oversee compliance with state and federal regulations for municipal record-keeping
- Train and mentor junior clerks on departmental protocols and technology platforms
- Lead special projects including digitization of historical archives and process optimization
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 5 years of municipal/government administrative experience
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and municipal record-keeping software
- Strong knowledge of Pennsylvania Sunshine Act and open records laws
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated public speaking ability
- Professional certification in Municipal Clerkship (preferred)
- Proven project management experience with complex administrative initiatives
- Ability to manage competing priorities with strict deadlines in high-pressure environments