Job Description
Join the vibrant heart of Florida's largest city! The City of Jacksonville seeks a dynamic Senior City Clerk to orchestrate critical municipal operations and uphold the integrity of local governance. This pivotal role serves as the cornerstone of transparent civic processes, ensuring seamless documentation, regulatory compliance, and public engagement. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and possess a passion for public service, this is your opportunity to shape Jacksonville's administrative excellence.
Responsibilities
- Manage official municipal records, including ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes with meticulous accuracy
- Oversee public records requests and Sunshine Law compliance while maintaining document security protocols
- Coordinate City Council meetings, including agenda preparation, scheduling, and minute-taking
- Administer municipal elections and voter registration processes in accordance with Florida statutes
- Develop and implement records retention policies aligned with state and federal regulations
- Serve as the primary liaison between citizens, elected officials, and city departments
- Lead digital transformation of records management systems for enhanced accessibility
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 5 years of municipal government experience with records management
- Expert knowledge of Florida Sunshine Law, Public Records Act, and election procedures
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, OnBase)
- Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) or Municipal Clerk Institute (MCI) designation
- Exceptional written communication skills with demonstrated technical writing ability
- Proven experience managing high-volume public records requests
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise independent judgment