City Clerk/Registrar of Voters

South Portland, a forward thinking, well-run city of 25,000 on scenic Casco Bay in southern Maine, seeks a City Clerk to support City Council, oversee the office, and lead in serving our community.

The City Clerk is appointed by the City Council. Key responsibilities include elections, vital records, and business licensing. Requires versatility, accuracy, and excellent customer service skills. Attends council meetings and prepares minutes. Perform with integrity, ethics, accountability, and professionalism.

This FT salaried position has a 37.5-hour week Monday-Thursday, with the option to work Friday remote or in-office flextime. Must have flexibility to work additional hours for elections and in other occasional circumstances.

Education/experience: associate’s degree, a minimum of five years of city/town clerk experience, or an equivalent combination. Have a certified clerk of Maine (CCM), certified municipal clerk (CMC), or obtain within three years of hire. Notary public and dedimus justice within one year of hire.

Benefits: the city of South Portland offers competitive pay and a robust selection of employee benefits, including affordable family coverage for health, paid holidays, sick days annually, personal time, and vacation, based on experience. South Portland is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce, values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and leads in sustainable operations.

Starting salary range: $65,000-$90,000 annually, DOE. Eligible for annual increases as approved.

Applications at www.southportland.gov and accepted until position filled.

Please send cover letter, resume, application and three professional references to apply@southportland.org or mail to:

City of South Portland
Attn: Genny Dyer, Human Resources Generalist
25 Cottage Road
South Portland, ME 04106

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