Job Description
Join the dynamic team at the City of Wichita as our next Senior City Clerk! This pivotal role shapes our city's administrative backbone, ensuring seamless municipal operations while upholding the highest standards of transparency and public service. Wichita, Kansas, offers a vibrant community spirit, rich cultural heritage, and forward-thinking urban development – making it an ideal place to build your career in public service. As a key municipal leader, you'll directly impact how our city functions, serving as the guardian of official records and the bridge between citizens and local government.
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment committed to professional growth. If you're passionate about governance, detail-oriented excellence, and community engagement, this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference in Wichita's future.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all official city records, including ordinances, resolutions, and meeting minutes with meticulous accuracy
- Manage municipal elections, voter registration, and polling place coordination
- Serve as the primary liaison between city departments and the public for records requests
- Administer oaths of office and maintain official city seal documentation
- Coordinate with legal counsel on compliance with Kansas Open Records Act and Sunshine Law
- Develop and implement records retention policies and digital archiving systems
- Prepare and present comprehensive administrative reports to City Council and Mayor
- Supervise clerical staff and train personnel on records management protocols
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business, or related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 5 years of municipal government or records management experience
- Kansas Notary Public certification required
- Expertise in municipal records management systems (e.g., Laserfiche, DocuWare)
- Thorough knowledge of Kansas election laws and municipal governance statutes
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with diverse audiences
- Proven ability to manage confidential information with discretion and integrity
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database management