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Beaufort County, SC

Judicial Clerk

Beaufort, SC · On-site

$20.57 - $24.53/hr

Clerk of Court Opening Date: 08/18/2026 Closing Date: 9/18/2026 7:59 AM Eastern FLSA: Non-Exempt ... Council will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for the illegal use of drugs and to a ...

City of Springfield

Vital Records Clerk

Springfield, MA · On-site

$55K/yr

Processes all items before the City Council and issues all licenses and permits granted by that body. Prepares all necessary documents for court appearance by the City Clerk in defense of legal ...

City of Lodi

Assistant City Clerk

Lodi, CA

$74K - $90K/yr

Manages the preparation of the City Council agenda packet to ensure the packet is complete ... Assists the City Clerk with elections, monitors Conflict of Interest and Campaign Statements ...

City of Laramie

Deputy Clerk

Laramie, WY · On-site

$24.25 - $32/hr

Under the direction of the City Clerk, this position performs a variety of professional and ... Council and City of Laramie Boards and Commissions, liquor licensing, business licensing, and ...

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City of Lodi, CA

Assistant City Clerk

Lodi, CA · On-site

$74K - $90K/yr

City Clerk Opening Date: 07/09/2026 Closing Date: 9/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific SALARY UNDER REVIEW ... Manages the preparation of the City Council agenda packet to ensure the packet is complete ...

City of Laurinburg

Deputy City Clerk

Laurinburg, NC · On-site

$50K - $53K/yr

Attends all official meetings of the City Council in the absence of the City Clerk; prepares and disseminates meeting minutes; assist with meeting preparation activities for City Council meetings ...

City of Laurinburg, NC

Deputy City Clerk

NC · On-site

$50K - $53K/yr

Attends all official meetings of the City Council in the absence of the City Clerk; prepares and disseminates meeting minutes; assist with meeting preparation activities for City Council meetings ...

City of La Marque, TX

City Clerk

La Marque, TX · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

The City Clerk serves as the official custodian of City records and provides professional, impartial support to the Mayor and City Council while coordinating day-to-day administrative matters through ...

City of Green Bay

City Clerk

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$88K - $96K/yr

Implements ordinances, policies, and directives of the Mayor, Common Council, and Director of ... Serves as Clerk to the annual Board of Review. Plans, organizes and maintains members work and ...

La Marque, City of (TX)

City Clerk

La Marque, TX · On-site

$75K - $90K/yr

The City Clerk serves as the official custodian of City records and provides professional, impartial support to the Mayor and City Council while coordinating day-to-day administrative matters through ...

City of Green Bay, WI

City Clerk

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$88K - $96K/yr

City Clerk's Office Opening Date: 08/20/2026 General Description The City of Green Bay Clerk ... Implements ordinances, policies, and directives of the Mayor, Common Council, and Director of ...

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What is a clerk of council?

A Clerk of Council is an administrative professional responsible for supporting the legislative body of a city or municipality, such as a city council. They manage official records, prepare meeting agendas and minutes, and ensure compliance with local government regulations. Their duties often include facilitating communication between council members, the public, and other government departments. The Clerk of Council plays a key role in maintaining transparency and accurate record-keeping for the legislative process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clerk of council?

To thrive as a Clerk of Council, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in public administration or a related field, often supported by a bachelor's degree. Familiarity with agenda management software, records management systems, and knowledge of parliamentary procedures are typically required. Exceptional written and verbal communication, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities help someone excel in this role. These abilities ensure accurate documentation, efficient meeting operations, and effective support for legislative bodies.

How does the clerk of council collaborate with elected officials and the public during council meetings?

The Clerk of Council plays a crucial role in facilitating communication between elected officials and the public during council meetings. They are responsible for preparing and distributing meeting agendas, recording minutes, and ensuring that all procedural rules are followed. The Clerk also serves as a point of contact for citizens wishing to address the council, managing public records requests and providing guidance on council procedures. This collaborative role requires excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, as the Clerk must balance the needs of council members, staff, and the community.

What is the difference between Clerk Of Council vs City Clerk?

AspectClerk Of CouncilCity Clerk
Primary RoleManages city council records, prepares agendas, and facilitates meetingsMaintains official city records, issues licenses, and manages public documents
Required CredentialsOften requires administrative or legal background, sometimes certificationTypically requires administrative experience, sometimes certification
Work EnvironmentCity hall, council chambers, government officesCity hall, government offices, public service settings
Industry UsageCommon in local government, legislative support rolesCommon in municipal government, administrative support

The Clerk Of Council and City Clerk roles both serve vital functions in local government, focusing on record-keeping and administrative support. While their responsibilities overlap, the Clerk Of Council primarily supports city council activities, whereas the City Clerk handles broader municipal record management and public documentation. Understanding these distinctions helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus within local government roles.

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LAND USE BOARD COORDINATOR

City of Columbia, SC

Columbia, SC • On-site

$46K - $58K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Salary: $46,251.00 - $58,970.00 Annually
Location : Columbia, SC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600214
Department: PLANNING/DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Division: PLANNING/DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Opening Date: 08/24/2026
Closing Date: 9/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: 110
Description
This position performs specialized administrative and technical work coordinating the City's land use boards and commissions and supporting the procedural integrity of the City's quasi-judicial land use proceedings. Responsibilities include statutory and ordinance-required public notice, the official record of proceedings, board member training records, and the agenda, case management, and records systems supporting the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals (BoZA), Urban Design/Development Review Commission (U/DRC), Historic Preservation/Design Review Commission (HP/DRC), and the zoning public hearing function of City Council. Work requires familiarity with State enabling law, the Unified Development Ordinance, and the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act, and the exercise of independent judgment in applying them to procedural questions, under general supervision.
The work is considered sedentary in nature and involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a recurring basis or routine keyboard operations. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: fingering, handling, hearing, kneeling, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.
Work is performed primarily in an office setting with exposure to no known environmental hazards. The position requires regular attendance at evening meetings and public hearings that may extend beyond normal business hours, and involves occasional exposure to contested public proceedings and to interaction with applicants, neighborhood representatives, and members of the public who may be dissatisfied with pending or completed decisions.
Essential Job Functions
  • Serves as the primary staff coordinator for the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals (BoZA), Urban Design Review Commission (U/DRC), Historic Preservation Design Review Commission (HP/DRC), and the Zoning Public Hearing function of City Council;
  • Coordinates the preparation and publication of meeting agendas and packets, assembling staff reports, applications, exhibits, and correspondence, and verifying that each packet is complete and published in advance of the hearing;
  • Attends meetings of the Planning Commission, BoZA, U/DRC, and HP/DRC; prepares the official minutes, recording discussions, motions, findings of fact, conditions of approval, and actions taken in a form sufficient to support the record on review;
  • Maintains the official record for quasi-judicial proceedings; compiles and organizes the record of each case, including the application, staff report, exhibits, correspondence, testimony, and written decision;
  • Assembles and transmits the certified record on appeal in coordination with the City Attorney's Office, and assists in responding to petitions for writ of certiorari and other challenges to board decisions;
  • Coordinates statutory and ordinance-required public notice for land use hearings, including published, mailed, and posted notice; prepares and submits legal advertisements; maintains affidavits and proofs of notice; and verifies notice compliance prior to each hearing;
  • Supports compliance with the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act as it applies to public bodies, including the annual meeting schedule, agenda posting, notice of special and rescheduled meetings, and executive session procedure;
  • Responds to requests for information concerning Board and/or Commission activities;
  • Coordinates the orientation and continuing education requirements applicable to local planning officials under Title 6, Chapter 29 of the South Carolina Code; maintains individual training records; and reports compliance status to the Director;
  • Tracks board and commission appointments, reappointments, terms, and vacancies in coordination with the Clerk of Council, and advises management of pending vacancies and quorum concerns;
  • Maintains conflict of interest, recusal, and ex parte communication disclosure records for board members;
  • Serves as the department's primary user and coordinator of the agenda management, case management, and electronic notification systems supporting the land use boards, and maintains digital case files;
  • Documents and maintains standard operating procedures for board and commission processes, and identifies opportunities for process, technology, and automation improvements;
  • Compiles recurring workload and activity reporting for the land use boards, including hearing volumes, cycle times, notice compliance, and case outcomes;
  • Serves as a resource to department staff and board members on hearing procedure, findings of fact, and record requirements;
  • Provides administrative support for special projects, such as grant activities, planning efforts, community meetings, etc.;
  • Provides occasional backup coverage at the front desk as needed;
  • Coordinates the archiving and retention of board and commission records in the City's records management system, consistent with the applicable State records retention schedule;
  • Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints and requests for assistance regarding areas of responsibility;
  • Prepares reports and correspondence, maintains files and records, and performs administrative work in support of the areas of responsibility described above;
  • Attends training, conferences, seminars, meetings, etc., to maintain job knowledge and skills; and
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:
    • Associate's degree in Public Administration, business, paralegal studies, planning or a closely related field and five (5) years of relevant experience OR a Bachelor's degree in one of the above fields and three (3) years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
    • May be required to type 30 corrected wpm;
    • Valid South Carolina Class "D" Driver's License.
    • Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) or comparable professional certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Skill in the use of standard office productivity software, including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, and database applications, as well as agenda and meeting management platforms, permitting or land management systems, geographic information systems, and electronic records management systems;
  • Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills;
  • Knowledge of South Carolina zoning enabling law (Title 6, Chapter 29), the City's Unified Development Ordinance, the South Carolina Freedom of Information Act, and the procedural requirements applicable to quasi-judicial land use proceedings;
  • Ability to apply statutory and ordinance requirements to recurring and occasionally novel procedural questions, and to recognize and refer matters requiring legal review;
  • Ability to maintain impartiality, discretion, and composure in contested public proceedings;
  • Ability to coordinate or determine time, place or sequence of operations or activities based on analysis of data or information and may implement and report on operations and activities;
  • Ability to provide information, guidance or assistance to people to directly facilitate task accomplishment; may give directions or assignments to helpers or assistants;
  • Ability to perform coordinating work involving guidelines and rules, with constant problem solving;
  • Ability to read journals, manuals and professional publications; speaking informally to groups of co-workers and special interest, staff in other organizational agencies, the general public, people in other organizations; presenting training; composing original reports, training and other written materials using proper language, punctuation, grammar and style;
  • Ability to perform high level of specialized technical or entry-level professional work requiring general understanding of operating policies and procedures and their application to problems not previously encountered; application of specialized technical or professional principles and practices or the use of a wide range of administrative methods in the solution of problems; requires normal attention with short periods of concentration for accurate results and occasional exposure to unusual pressure; and
  • Ability to guide others, requiring frequent decisions affecting co-workers and others who depend on the service or product; works in a somewhat fluid environment with rules and procedures but with many variations from the routine.

The City of Columbia is proud to offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees. This package includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time or temporary employees, including interns, are not eligible for City benefits.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page at:
01
Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?
  • Some high school, did not graduate
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
  • Some college
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree
  • Professional degree
  • Doctorate degree

02
Can you type at least 30 words per minute (corrected)?
  • Yes
  • No

03
Do you have three (3) or more years of relevant experience?
  • Yes
  • No

04
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
  • Yes
  • No

05
Do you have a Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) or comparable professional certification?
  • Yes
  • No

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