Office Supervisor

Representative Job DutiesAssist the City Clerk and Deputy City Clerk in all aspects of departmental operations.Supervise, train, and support Clerk's Office personnel.Assist the Election Specialist with the preparation and administration of local, state, and federal elections.Verify eligibility for and issue business licenses in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.Maintain official City records and vital records with accuracy and confidentiality.Oversee the process and respond to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests.Provide administrative and staff support to the City Council, including meeting preparation and meeting minutes.Create certified resolutions and arrange the public notices. Update Municode as needed.Perform administrative functions for the Clerk's Office, including payroll processing, budget preparation and monitoring, invoice processing, and record management.Ensure compliance with City Charter requirements and applicable laws, regulations, and policies.Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.Perform other duties as assigned by the City Clerk, Deputy Clerk, or as outlined in the City Charter.Reports directly to the City Clerk and Deputy Clerk.Provides confidential administrative and operational support to the Clerk's Office.Job Requirements - As Determined By the City Of SouthfieldRelevant experience, and/or Certified Municipal Clerk designation.At least three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in Clerk department or municipal government, resulting in expertise in staff supervision and organization skills; the state and local legislative process; current election equipment, procedures, and laws; the ability to recognize, analyze, and address complex and/or sensitive matters related to all aspects of municipal operations.Considerable knowledge and expertise in the use of personal computers, including BS&A, NeoGov, Granicus, Adobe, Laserfiche, word processing, database, and spreadsheet software.Positive outlook and strong leadership skills. Public service attitude and ability to deal politely, tactfully and courteously with the public, elected officials, and City staff. Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills; ability to maintain the confidentiality of material not subject to disclosure.Availability for night meetings, extended hours during elections, as well as ability to address urgent City business during non-business hours as necessary. Applicants will be subject to a criminal history background check.Provides confidential duties related to labor relations and employee relations.We offer a complete benefits package to career employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave and more!