Job Description
Join Fort Worth's dynamic municipal leadership team as we seek an experienced City Clerk to immediately fill a critical role. This position offers the unique opportunity to shape the city's administrative backbone while serving a vibrant community of 900,000+ residents. As a key custodian of public records and governance integrity, you'll work in a state-of-the-art facility with competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to impact Fort Worth's continued growth. We're looking for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and values public service excellence.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all official city records management, ensuring compliance with Texas Public Information Act requirements
- Manage and coordinate City Council meetings, including agenda preparation, minute documentation, and public hearing logistics
- Administer municipal elections and voter registration programs in accordance with state statutes
- Lead records retention policies and digital archiving initiatives to enhance accessibility and security
- Serve as custodian of the city seal and official municipal documents
- Provide administrative support to the Mayor and City Council members
- Develop public-facing informational resources about city governance processes
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of municipal government or public records management experience
- Texas Certified Municipal Clerk (TCMC) designation preferred
- Expert knowledge of Texas open records laws and election procedures
- Advanced proficiency in records management software and document imaging systems
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated public speaking ability
- Proven experience managing high-volume public records requests
- Ability to obtain and maintain Notary Public commission in Texas