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City of Tigard, OR

City Recorder

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A Public Administrator directs the work of a department or program in a municipality, state, province, or federal level.

$190,688 / year median in Oregon

+4% projected growth

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City Recorder City of Tigard, OR - 3.0 Tigard, OR Job Details Full-time $88,308.66 - $115,464.00 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Staff supervision Team leadership Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Certified Notary Public Full Job Description Overview At the City of Tigard, our talented, industrious, and innovative municipal government professionals have been providing essential services and recreational spaces to Tigard's growing community for over 60 years. City of Tigard team members enjoy meaningful work, a diverse and inclusive culture of belonging, job specific flexibilities and opportunities for growth and advancement. Incorporated in 1961, Tigard is Oregon's 12th largest city and is part of the Portland metropolitan area.
OUR VALUES
At Team Tigard, we are the ambassadors of our municipal services to the members of our community. We aspire to treat all people with dignity, respect, and care; to demonstrate the equitable and sustainable practices that are environmentally and fiscally sound, and to engage with each other as trusted colleagues to achieve excellence in all we do. We do the right things, and we get things done. Examples of Duties Manage the administrative functions of City Council meetings, including agenda development, meeting materials, official record of actions, and managing public comment all in compliance with Oregon Public Meetings Law and with support from the Deputy City Recorder. Coordinate municipal elections as the City elections officer and governance activities, including candidate filings, measures on the ballot, compliance with county and state rules, ordinance, and resolution management. Oversee the City's record management program and staff, managing and partnering with the Records Management Specialist to respond to public records requests, improve processes, enhance digital records systems and maintain compliance with state records retention and public record requirements. Collaborate across City departments, working with leadership to build tentative Council meeting agendas, navigate records requests and management, and support strategic initiatives that strengthen public trust and organizational efficiency. Please review the City Recorder classification for additional details about this job.
Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience :
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade supplemented by college coursework in business or public administration, political studies, communications, or a related field, and/or technical training through the Oregon Association of Municipal Recorders and five (5) years of experience in municipal government, preferably with a City Recorder's Office, including one (1) year of supervisory experience.
Licenses and Certifications:
Possession of or ability to obtain designation as a Notary Public in the State of Oregon at time of appointment. Certification as a Certified Municipal Clerk is desirable.
Supplemental Information Union:
not applicable for this position
Schedule:
The City of Tigard generally has a 4/10 schedule. This position would work Monday through Thursday. The position requires attendance at City Council meetings that take place every Tuesday evening and occasionally for special meetings that may occur on weekends. This position does rotate council meeting coverage with the Deputy City Recorder. The City offers a flexible work environment, including hybrid remote work options consistent with the City's Remote Work Policy and operational needs.
How to apply:
Please apply online. We do not accept applications via email. Applications must be received by Human Resources by the closing time/date.
IMPORTANT
In lieu of resumes d cover letters, the City of Tigard evaluates each applicant's work history and responses to supplemental questions. Please complete the application and answer the supplemental questions thoroughly to ensure our subject matter experts can appropriately evaluate your experience.
ATTENTION VETERANS
To receive veterans' preference, please upload your DD214/Separation documentation.