IRC67890 Assistant City Clerk Manager

This is responsible administrative, technical and supervisory work assisting in directing the activities of the office of the City Clerk of the City of St. Petersburg. Work involves assisting the City Clerk, serving as custodian of the corporate City seal and of official City records, books, and minutes of City Council meetings; assisting with municipal elections; acting as City Clerk in the Clerk's absence; the publication of certain official notices and advertisements; and the recording of various papers with State, Federal and county governments. Work includes coordination and verification of supplements to the City Code; participation in the selection, placement, promotion, training, safety, appraisal and discipline of assigned employees; serving citizens in person, via email and on the telephone; operating various computer programs; efficiently and accurately inputting, referencing, retrieving and reporting data and documents using computer equipment; the proficient use of various software applications such as email, Microsoft Word and Digital Court Recorder (audio recording software); and the ability to quickly learn and explain to internal and external customers the policies, controlling charter provisions, ordinances and general law regulations related to the work. An employee in this classification must be a highly proficient proof-reader; must have excellent judgment and problem solving skills, and must be able to interact with co-workers and the public using considerable tact and patience.

Salary: $81,701 - $128,690

Close Date: 10-16-2026 (11:59 PM)

To Qualify

Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:

• Have a valid Bachelor's degree with major coursework in business or public administration or a related field - or - extensive relevant experience combined with education and training may be considered in lieu of the degree.
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver License.
• Possess an International Institute of Municipal Clerks certification (CMC) - or - upon selection, begin and complete the CMC education and certification program.
• Have considerable progressively responsible experience performing office and administrative support work, preferably with some supervisory experience and/or in a municipal government environment.
• Be able to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, including speaking in front of the public, City Council and City administration at large meetings.
• Be able to quickly identify and correct errors in data entry, grammar, and spelling.
• Be able to maintain accurate, error free records and maintain confidential information.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and considerable customer service experience.
• Be proficient in the use of a computer, including the Microsoft Office suite and email.

Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:

• Have thorough knowledge of the provisions of the City Charter, applicable ordinances, related record keeping laws, and the organization and functions of City government.
• Have knowledge and experience with public records requests and responses.

Selection Process

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.

The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.

How To Apply

Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select See Open Jobs. City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans' Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.

LocationSaint Petersburg, FL, USMinimum Salary81701CurrencyUSDAmount of TravelWork At Home