City Clerk - City of Ferndale

CITY CLERK
City of Ferndale – Full Time (32hrs)

The City of Ferndale is seeking an experienced professional to serve as City Clerk. The primary duty of the City Clerk is to ensure transparent, efficient local government by managing official records, administering elections, facilitating city government processes, and serving as a public information liaison, essentially acting as the government's memory and communication hub for both officials and citizens. They are official record keepers, election administrators, legislative support, and vital links to the public.

Key Responsibilities
The primary duty of the City Clerk is to provide administrative and policy support for City staff, City Council, Planning Commission, committees and the public. Under the direction of the City Manager, the City Clerk participates in carrying out essential city responsibilities including but not limited to: coordinating the production of legislative agendas, packets and minutes; attending City Council, Planning Commission and committee meetings; serving the public at the front counter of City Hall; issuing routine permits and licenses; and administering the City’s records management system and relaying requests for information to the appropriate parties. The City Clerk fills multiple roles for the City of Ferndale and will be expected to perform related tasks as assigned by the City Manager.

Qualifications:
Required:
• High School Diploma or GED • Minimum of 3-5 years of progressively responsible administrative, clerical, or municipal government experience • Excellent communication and organizational skills with ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks • Proficiency with software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook • Valid California Driver’s License • Ability to pass a Background Check.
Desired:
• Prior experience in records management and public service • Certification as a “Certified Municipal Clerk” (CMC) through the Institute of Municipal Clerks • Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Political Science, or a related field • Knowledge of City Codes, The Brown Act, and Rosenburg’s Rules of Order.

Compensation & Benefits
Salary $29.92 - $36.82/hr DOE • Retirement Plan • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision) • Holidays 13 paid holidays, plus 1 PTO day • Vacation & Sick Leave Accrual •Life Insurance Policy $25,000 •4-day Work Week

How to Apply
Instructions on how to apply can be found on the City of Ferndale website ci.ferndale.ca.us
Position will be open until filled. First review will be March 12, 2026.