Remote City Clerk: Elections, Records & Governance

Biddeford; Biddeford (ME); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Referral program

Remote work opportunities

Job summary

The City of Biddeford is seeking qualified candidates for the position of City Clerk. This is a key municipal role responsible for supporting the operations of City Council, maintaining official records, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws governing elections, public meetings, and municipal processes.

The ideal candidate will have experience in municipal government or public administration, and will obtain Notary Public designation within three months and CCM within one year, with

Qualifications

• Experience in municipal government, public administration, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide notice of regular and special City Council meetings in accordance with Charter requirements.
• Prepare and post meeting agendas in compliance with public notice requirements.
• Maintain official records of City Council proceedings.
• Record Council votes, including yeas and nays.
• Perform election-related duties as required by City Charter and State law.
• Review referendum questions for compliance with legal standards.
• Provide information and guidance to voters regarding elections and candidacy.
• Perform additional duties as required by State law and City ordinances.

Education

Notary Public designation

Certified Clerk of Maine (CCM) designation

Job description

The City of Biddeford is seeking qualified candidates for the position of City Clerk. This is a key municipal role responsible for supporting the operations of City Council, maintaining official records, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws governing elections, public meetings, and municipal processes.

The ideal candidate will have experience in municipal government or public administration, and will obtain Notary Public designation within three months and CCM within one year, with