Strategic City Secretary: Elections & Records

City of Heath; Heath (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Heath seeks an experienced City Secretary to ensure accurate posting, recording, and documentation of official actions, and to oversee election administration in compliance with laws. The role includes preparing agendas, minutes, managing records, supporting City Council meetings, coordinating notices, and responding to information requests.

A related bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in public service or records management are preferred; notary and Texas driver license are required or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, plus at least three years of experience in customer service and records management or progressively responsible administrative service.
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepares agendas, information packets, and minutes for, and serves as liaison to, the City Council, and Planning and Zoning Commission.
• Responds to and maintains records regarding public information requests.
• Prepares for and conducts municipal and special elections, ensuring that legal requirements are met.
• Maintains, stores, and destroys official records in accordance with state laws, including coordinating ordinance codification.
• Posts and publishes legal notices and distributes ordinances and notices to state and federal agencies as required by law.
• Responds to telephone, walk-in, and electronic inquiries regarding city ordinances, and general information about the city.
• Creates and posts information and documents to the city's website; and
• Other Important Duties

Skills

Time Management

Judgment and Decision-making

Negotiation

Interactive Presentation

Cooperation

Maintain Current Knowledge

Deductive Reasoning

Inductive Reasoning

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

City of Heath seeks an experienced City Secretary to ensure accurate posting, recording, and documentation of official actions, and to oversee election administration in compliance with laws. The role includes preparing agendas, minutes, managing records, supporting City Council meetings, coordinating notices, and responding to information requests.

A related bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in public service or records management are preferred; notary and Texas driver license are required or