The City of Monroe, Ohio, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to serve as the Clerk of Council. The Clerk of Council provides professional administrative support to the City Council, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements, and serves as a liaison between the public, city government, and elected officials. This position requires a positive can-do attitude, excellent communication skills and the desire to serve others.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, Clerk of Council maintains Municipal records and certifies Municipal documents relating to Council and Committees of Council.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
Attends all Council meetings and Council Committee meetings; prepares Council agenda after consultation with the City Manager; gives notice of Council meetings, keep the journal, advertises public hearings, records and maintains, in separate books, all ordinances and resolutions enacted by Council and has the same published in the manner provided by Charter. Handles Council correspondence.
Assists the City Manager in the formulation of the City Council annual operating budget. Performs purchasing responsibilities for Council expenditures and monitors Council operating budget.
Attends meetings and serves on committees, as required; attends various meetings, seminars, and workshops.
Responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a variety of special events, including but not limited to, Christmas on the Plaza, Memorial Day Service and Fourth of July Parade. This includes coordinating logistics, managing event timelines, securing venues and vendors, and overseeing on-site operations. Attend and support events to ensure smooth executions, troubleshoot any issues, and ensure a positive experience for all attendees.
Oversee the City's compliance with the Ohio Public Records Act and Ohio Sunshine Laws, including, but not limited to, maintaining and updating the city records retention and disposal forms and scheduling meetings for the Records Commission; ensure each designated employee who serves as the custodian of records for their office, division, department, or function is properly trained. Tracks Sunshine Law training for each records custodian, ensuring completion and renewal timelines are met. Advises and assists City departments with public records compliance.
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.
Demonstrates prompt, regular, and predictable attendance; ability to get along with others.
Resource support to all City departments, residents, and citizens.
Salary range: $51,627 - $72,278 per year. The City of Monroe offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as vacation, sick, personal, holiday and flex time.
Complete job description and application available online by visiting https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/monroeohio.
Resume review begins March 25, 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
The City of Monroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.