City Clerk

Apply for the position, City Clerk, with City of Ellis today or contact Verda Flinn for more information. Posted Sep 24, 2024.

 
The City of Ellis (population 1,958) is seeking qualified candidates to lead a three-person team in the Clerk’s Office. Reporting to the Mayor and City Council, the City Clerk is responsible for administrative and financial functions, including managing official City records, ordinances, resolutions, budget preparation, and engaging with citizens. Additionally, the City Clerk attends and records minutes for City Council and Planning Commission/Board of Zoning Appeals meetings. 
 
This role is a “working supervisor” position, requiring hands-on involvement alongside the staff when needed. 
 
Ideal candidates should demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, along with experience in public relations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential, and familiarity with FundBalance Software is advantageous but not required. A high school diploma or equivalent is mandatory; however, a Technical or Associate degree, or equivalent training and experience in accounting, business, public administration, or a related field, is preferred. Candidates must be willing to complete City Clerk certification training. 
 
The successful candidate is expected to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the role effectively within one year of employment. Additionally, they must reside within 30 minutes of the Ellis City limits. A drug and alcohol test will be required after a provisional offer of employment. 
 
The City offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% paid family health, dental, and vision insurance, 100% paid life insurance, KPERS retirement, and paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.

Starting pay is $28.78
 
Job descriptions, applications, and benefit details are available at the Ellis City Clerk’s Office (815 Jefferson, Ellis, KS), on the City’s website at www.ellis.ks.us, or via email at [email protected]. To apply, please submit a letter of interest, resume, authorization for release of personal information, references, and a completed application to the City Clerk’s office at 815 Jefferson, or mail them to: City Clerk Search Committee, c/o David McDaniel, Mayor, City of Ellis, 815 Jefferson, Ellis, KS 67637. 
 
Applications will be accepted until October 18, 2024. 
 
The City of Ellis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and reserves the right to reject any applications. 
City Clerk
Full Time
Verda Flinn
Sep 24, 2024
Oct 3, 2024
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