Job Description
Join the City of Chicago's leadership team as we urgently seek a highly skilled City Clerk to drive municipal operations excellence. This critical role demands precision, integrity, and proactive leadership to ensure seamless governance for Chicago's 2.7 million residents. If you thrive in high-stakes environments and possess expertise in public administration, we encourage you to apply immediately.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all official city records, ordinances, and resolutions with meticulous documentation
- Manage municipal elections and voter registration processes in compliance with state/federal regulations
- Lead city council meeting coordination, agenda preparation, and minute documentation
- Administer public records requests and ensure transparency in government operations
- Supervise departmental staff and implement process improvement initiatives
- Serve as custodian of the city seal and official documents
- Coordinate interdepartmental communications and public outreach programs
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of municipal government or public sector experience
- Proven expertise in records management and election administration
- Illinois Notary Public certification required
- Advanced proficiency in municipal software systems (e.g., Tyler Munis, DocuWare)
- Exceptional written/verbal communication and public speaking abilities
- Strong knowledge of Illinois Municipal Code and open records laws
- Ability to manage high-pressure situations with discretion and professionalism