Deputy City Secretary

CornerStone Staffing; Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 38,572 - 57,859; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Deputy City Secretary to support the City Secretary’s Office in Fort Worth, TX. This role involves assisting with agenda management, municipal elections, and record keeping. Candidates must have at least three years of relevant experience, prefer a Bachelor’s degree, and must hold a Texas Registered Municipal Clerk certification. The position is office-based with potential long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience as a Deputy City Secretary or City Secretary.
• Strong knowledge of municipal elections and agenda management.
• Ability to obtain a Notary Public commission within six months.

Responsibilities

• Support City Council meetings, including agenda preparation.
• Assist with municipal elections in compliance with Texas Election Law.
• Manage city records, contracts, and public information requests.
• Draft ordinances, resolutions, proclamations, and official correspondence.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of municipal records

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent municipal experience

Texas Registered Municipal Clerk (TRMC) certification

Notary Public commission

Job description

This range is provided by CornerStone Staffing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$28.00/hr - $42.00/hr

Direct message the job poster from CornerStone Staffing

Recruiter III at CornerStone Professional Placement

CornerStone Professional Placement is seeking a Deputy City Secretary to join a local government office in the southern DFW Airport area. This role supports the daily operations of the City Secretary’s Office and serves as the primary backup in the City Secretary’s absence. The Deputy City Secretary plays a critical role in supporting administrative, legislative, and compliance-related functions, providing direct administrative support to City Council and assisting with records management, agenda and contract management, board and commission coordination, municipal elections, and the preparation of ordinances and resolutions.

Location: DFW, TX South of the DFW Airport - Onsite

Schedule: M-F during core business hours

Employment Type: 6-12 months Contract (potential permanent conversion)

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform the duties of the City Secretary as needed
• Support City Council meetings, including agenda preparation, postings, and minutes
• Assist with municipal elections in compliance with Texas Election Law
• Manage city records, contracts, and public information requests
• Coordinate board and commission appointments and onboarding
• Supervise office staff and support performance management
• Ensure compliance with the Texas Public Information Act and Texas Open Meetings Act
• Draft ordinances, resolutions, proclamations, and official correspondence
• Represent the City Secretary’s Office at community functions

Qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Deputy City Secretary or City Secretary
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent municipal experience
• Texas Registered Municipal Clerk (TRMC) certification required
• Notary Public commission required or ability to obtain within six months
• Strong knowledge of municipal records, elections, and agenda management
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Office-based role with extended periods of computer and desk work
• Occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds (documents, files, supplies)
• Movement between offices, meeting rooms, and workstations as required
• Occasional evening hours to support scheduled official meetings
• Use of standard office equipment including computer, phone, copier, and related devices

For immediate consideration, email your resumes to [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Government Administration