Deputy City Clerk — Liquor Licensing & Elections

City of Arvada; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 70,000; Full time

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Job summary

The City of Arvada is seeking a detail-oriented Deputy City Clerk to support the City Clerk’s Office, focusing on liquor licensing, municipal licensing, elections support, and public records management.

The role includes providing guidance on licensing requirements, preparing documents, and maintaining official records. Candidates should have 5+ years in secretarial/administrative roles and a relevant degree, with CJIS certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of liquor licensing laws and procedures.
• Experience with public records and elections support.
• Ability to interpret city codes and ordinances.
• CJIS Certification preferred or required where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Act as Acting City Clerk in the City Clerk's absence and perform duties as authorized by law, charter, code, and policy.
• Administer liquor licensing and municipal licensing programs, including applications, renewals, transfers, and special events.
• Review licensing applications for completeness and compliance; coordinate investigations and issue licenses and notices.

Skills

Liquor licensing knowledge

Municipal licensing procedures

Public records knowledge

City Clerk functions

Regulatory guidance

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Government, Paralegal Studies, or related field

Job description

The City of Arvada is seeking a detail-oriented Deputy City Clerk to support the City Clerk’s Office, focusing on liquor licensing, municipal licensing, elections support, and public records management.

The role includes providing guidance on licensing requirements, preparing documents, and maintaining official records. Candidates should have 5+ years in secretarial/administrative roles and a relevant degree, with CJIS certification preferred.