The city of Portsmouth, NH is seeking an experienced, detail-orientated, and community focused City Clerk to lead and manage the operations of the City Clerk’s Office. This leadership role oversees all administrative, legislative, and record-keeping functions essential to transparent and effective local government.
Position is non-union and the starting salary range is $99,848.44 – $121,366.41 a year.
The City Clerk is responsible for department level management of the City Clerk’s office, administering and supervising the operations of the office. Position is responsible for maintaining vital records; issuing licenses and permits; preparing for, attending, and recording minutes of City Council meetings; maintaining and updating the City Ordinances, preparing for, staffing, and supervising all elections; assessing department services to determine effectiveness; supervising staff; and developing and administering department budget, goals, policies and procedures.
A candidate for this position should have a bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field and five years of related experience; experience in municipal government, including experience in records management strongly preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A New Hampshire Certified City Clerk or Certified Municipal Clerk certification is highly desirable or the ability to obtain one within three years after being hired.
Notary Public status and the ability to be bonded by an insurance carrier is required.