City Clerk & Elections & Records Administrator

City of Grand Haven; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Grand Haven is seeking an experienced City Clerk to oversee elections, manage clerk operations, and serve as custodian of city records. Under the supervision of City Council, you will supervise staff and coordinate agendas, minutes, and notices.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's in business or public administration, Notary Public and Municipal Clerk certifications, and at least five years in public administration with supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in public administration, finance, or a business office, including supervision.
• Knowledge of City Charter, policies, laws governing elections and public records.
• Experience in budgeting and accounting for municipal departments.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Clerk's Department staff; recruits, assigns workloads, evaluates performance, and trains staff.
• Develops and administers annual departmental budget and ensures proper procedures.
• Serves as Clerk to the City Council; prepares agendas and minutes, publishes notices.
• Custodian of city records and city seal; certifies ordinances and oaths of office.
• Oversees elections administration and voter registration processes.
• Prepares and processes notices, taxes, and resolutions with city offices.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget management

Record keeping

Legal notices

Elections administration

FOIA requests

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or public administration

Notary Public Certification

Municipal Clerk Certification

Election Officials State Accreditation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of Grand Haven is seeking an experienced City Clerk to oversee elections, manage clerk operations, and serve as custodian of city records. Under the supervision of City Council, you will supervise staff and coordinate agendas, minutes, and notices.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's in business or public administration, Notary Public and Municipal Clerk certifications, and at least five years in public administration with supervisory experience.