Job Description
Join Seattle's dynamic municipal team as a Senior City Clerk and become the guardian of civic integrity! This pivotal role ensures seamless governance through meticulous records management, legislative compliance, and public engagement. You'll lead the City Clerk's Office in upholding transparency while shaping the future of Seattle's democratic processes.
As a steward of public trust, you'll oversee critical functions including election coordination, public records requests, and council documentation. This position offers unparalleled opportunities to influence municipal operations while working alongside Seattle's most dedicated public servants.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all municipal records management systems ensuring compliance with RCW 42.56 (Public Records Act)
- Coordinate city elections including ballot preparation, polling site logistics, and results certification
- Manage Seattle City Council agenda packets, minutes, and legislative documentation
- Lead public records request processing with SLA adherence and legal compliance
- Develop records retention policies aligned with state and federal regulations
- Supervise City Clerk staff including training and performance management
- Serve as primary liaison between City Council, Mayor's Office, and external stakeholders
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 5 years municipal government experience with records management focus
- Expert knowledge of Washington State public records laws and election procedures
- Advanced proficiency in document management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, SharePoint)
- Proven experience supervising teams in public sector environments
- Professional certification (e.g., CRM, CRM-E) strongly preferred
- Exceptional written communication skills for legislative documentation
- Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects with competing deadlines