Assistant City Secretary

City of Burleson; Burleson (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Burleson seeks a qualified administrator to manage daily operations of the City Secretary's Office and lead community initiatives.

The role requires strong research skills, oversight of boards and committees, and effective communication of city policies to staff and residents.

Qualifications

• Texas Open Meetings Act experience required.
• Texas Public Information Act experience required.
• Texas Registered Municipal Clerk certification or ability to obtain within 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead community initiatives and special projects.
• Oversee city council outreach and coordinate with staff and citizens.
• Manage boards, commissions, and committees for the city.
• Communicate policies to residents and staff, ensuring ordinances are followed.

Skills

Public administration

Government experience

Research

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field

Experience in City Secretary/Attorney/Manager offices

Job description

Primary Duty

Assists in managing the City Secretary's Office daily operations and aid in implementing legal requirements. Lead the community initiatives/special projects, city council community outreach, perform complex research, and manage all boards/commissions/committees of the city. Provide communication to the citizens and staff on city policy maintaining the code of ordinances.

Education And Experience

• Texas Registered Municipal Clerk certification or ability to obtain in 18 months from date of hire.
• Five years of Texas local government work experience with specific experience in Texas Open Meetings Act, and Texas Public Information Act.

Preferred Education And Experience Includes

• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience in the City Secretary's Office, City Attorney's office or City Manager's Office.

Certificates And Licenses Required

• Valid Texas driver's license with good driving record.
• Texas Open Meetings Act
• Texas Public Information Act

Salary: $59115.55 - $88673.32 per year