City Clerk

Chief Deputy Clerk


Salary
$65,852.80 - $98,779.20 Annually
Job Region
Intermountain Nevada
Department/Division
Clerk / Recorder's
Organization
City of Carson City
City
Carson City
State
Nevada
Job Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business or public administration or a field related to the work; AND three (3) years of experience in elections operations, administrative support, or similar processes, one (1) year of which was in a supervisory role; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

None

Job Description

This is a full-time, FLSA Exempt position with the Carson City Clerk/Recorder’s office located in Carson City, NV. Under general direction, plans, organizes and directs the operations of the Elections, Marriage, and Notary Division.

To learn more about the Nevada Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS), click here (Download PDF reader).

Please Note: Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write “See Attached Resume” on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the “Education and Work Experience” section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.

Examples of Duties

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive.  Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

  • Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff; determines work schedules and authorizes leaves assuring effective, efficient, and timely completion of all work.
  • Directs the development and enhancement of automated systems used for processing work, maintaining records, and generating reports.
  • Coordinates efforts with other government agencies, elected officials, jurisdictions, vendors, and the community regarding the operations of the elections and marriage functions for the city.
  • Oversees the storage, maintenance, and disposal of documents in accordance with established records retention schedules, Federal and State statutes.
  • Compiles and maintains an election calendar for management of full election cycle.
  • Maintains and updates City’s election website to ensure posting of current information, forms, and other documentation.
  • Develops and implements goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for department functions related to micro imaging.
  • Develops, recommends, and implements improved operating procedures, forms, and work processes.
  • Plans, organizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, trains, and evaluates the work of permanent and temporary election staff involved in election programs.
  • Improves the quality of the division’s customer service by developing work teams and by reviewing, recommending, and implementing improved policies and procedures.
  • Uses sound judgment and interpretation of policies, rules and procedures to answer inquiries, provide information, and resolve complaints from clients, the public, and/or City employees regarding the function and activities of the work unit.
  •  Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work.
  • Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and City staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Job type
Full-Time
Degree Desired
Bachelor’s
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