City Clerk (City of Mobile Executive - City Clerks Office)

City Clerk (City of Mobile Executive - City Clerk's Office) Salary See Position Description Location Mobile County, AL Job Type 01-Full-time Permanent Job Number 42336-0526 Department City of Mobile Division Executive - City Clerk's Office Opening Date 05/08/2026 Closing Date 5/18/2026 11:59 PM Central Max Number of Applicants 275 Description Benefits Questions General Information This is managerial and professional work in performing statutory duties prescribed for the overall operations of the City Clerk and City Council offices. Jurisdiction Starting Salary City of Mobile $108,820 - $135,902 Requirements Minimum Qualification Requirements Attainment of a minimum of a bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university in public administration, business administration or related fields, master's degree preferred, and a minimum of five years senior management level experience in local government; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements. Description For details, please see Class Specifications | CITY CLERK (MOBILE) | Class Spec Details Important Information All applications should be submitted online through the Mobile Civil Service Job Opportunities page. Accuracy and truthfulness are of primary importance for Civil Service System employment, and all applications are reviewed with this in mind. Please note that this job posting will close once 275 applications have been received. Eligibles selected for appointment must meet the established medical and physical standards for the class of work. The medical examination must be by one of the physicians designated by the Personnel Board. Appointees must bear the cost of the examination. A person with a disability may request accommodation by contacting the Mobile Civil Service at .... Adam Bourne, Civil Service Director The agencies we serve are equal opportunity employers The Mobile County Personnel Board promotes and encourages progressive personnel policies in all of its jurisdictions. Among the benefits enjoyed by local full-time merit system employees as a result of these policies are: 10 days annual vacation with accumulation to 35 days (The number of days earned increases based on years in the merit system, with a maximum of 25 days per year for 25 or more years of service) 10 days paid annual sick leave with no limit on accumulation 12 paid holidays each year (some jurisdictions may vary) Group medical plan (most jurisdictions) Paid life insurance (in some jurisdictions) Retirement plans Employee Credit Union Promotion by competitive exam Periodic review and adjustment of salary rates to be competitive with local employees and to provide cost of living increases Opportunities for continuing education and self-development through formalized academic and in-service training programs 01 Are you currently an employee of a Mobile County Merit System organization, including any of the following job types: Appointed, contract, provisional, full-time, part-time, temporary, seasonal, or supernumerary? Yes No 02 Do you have the legal right to work in the United States? Yes No 03 Mobile County agencies typically do not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? Yes No 04 Use the dropdown menu below to select the option that most closely represents the highest level of education that you have completed. High School or GED 1 year of college 2 years of college Associate Degree 3 years of college 4 years of college Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree and postgraduate coursework toward a Master's Degree Bachelor's degree and professional certification (Certified Public Accountant, Engineer) Master's degree Master's degree with additional coursework toward a Doctoral degree Juris Doctor Doctoral degree 05 Do you possess a valid driver's license? A valid driver's license is one that is not expired. Please check the expiration date on your driver's license to ensure it is current. While an attachment of a valid driver's license is not required on this application, you must produce a valid driver's license at the point of hire. Yes No 06 An incumbent in the City Clerk (Mobile) position must acquire designation as a Certified Municipal Clerk through the International Institute of Municipal Clerks within 3 years of employment. Are you willing to comply with this requirement? Yes No 07 Are you a certified parliamentarian? Yes No 08 Use the dropdown menu below to select the option that most closely represents the amount of senior management level experience you have in local government. None 6 months 1 year 1 year and 6 months 2 years 2 years and 6 months 3 years 3 years and 6 months 4 years 4 years and 6 months 5 years 6 years 7 years 8 years 9 years 10 years 11 years 12 years or more 09 Use the dropdown menu below to select the option that most closely represents the amount of experience you have interpreting and applying statutes, ordinances, regulations, or other legal requirements in a government setting. None 6 months 1 year 1 year and 6 months 2 years 2 years and 6 months 3 years 3 years and 6 months 4 years 4 years and 6 months 5 years 6 years 7 years 8 years 9 years 10 years 11 years 12 years or more 10 Describe your experience researching, interpreting, or updating municipal codes, ordinances, or other legislative documents. What tools or methods did you use? If you have no experience in this area, enter "None" in the blank space below. 11 Describe your experience serving as a liaison between elected officials and administrative staff? Provide an example that demonstrates your ability to navigate political dynamics while maintaining neutrality and professionalism. If you have no experience in this area, enter "None" in the blank space below. 12 Provide an example of a time you identified a needed change in policy, procedure, or code. How did you present your recommendation, and what was the outcome? If you have no experience in this area, enter "None" in the blank space below. 13 Describe your experience certifying or attesting to official documents or contracts. What steps do you take to ensure legal and procedural accuracy? If you have no experience in this area, enter "None" in the blank space below. 14 Provide an example of how you have collaborated with legal counsel or a city attorney's office to resolve a procedural, legislative, or compliance issue. What was your role, and how did you ensure the final outcome met all legal standards? If you have no experience in this area, enter "None" in the blank space below. 15 Describe your experience managing staff and overseeing daily operations in government or other organizational settings. In your response, include the size and structure of the teams you supervised, the types of functions you managed, and how this experience prepares you to lead the staff and operations of the City Clerk's Office. If you have no experience in this area, enter "None" in the blank space below. 16 Use the dropdown menu below to select the option that most closely represents your Veteran status. I am not a veteran, or I was discharged under less than honorable conditions. I am an honorably discharged veteran. I am an honorably discharged disabled veteran. (more than 10%) I am the spouse of an honorably discharged disabled veteran. ( more than 10%) I am the widow or widower of a deceased veteran. 17 Please provide details regarding your/your spouse's Veteran's status. In your response, please include department, component, and branch, MOS, dates of service/deployment, years of active and/or inactive service, and character of service. If neither you nor your spouse is/was a veteran, enter "None" in the blank space below. 18 Have you been convicted of a Felony within the last 5 years? Yes No Required Question Employer Mobile Civil Service Address P.O. Box 66794 1809 Government Street Mobile, Alabama, 36660-1794 Phone ... Website