City Clerk

City of Anamosa

Anamosa, IA     Full Time     60,000 to 65,000 yearly

The City of Anamosa (pop. 5,450) is seeking a detail-oriented and fiscally responsible municipal finance clerk to serve as City Clerk.

Anamosa operates under a Mayor-Council form of government with a 6-member Council and elected Mayor. Anamosa is a full government service community with 7 departments including City Hall, Police, Fire, Streets, Utilities (Water & Wastewater), Library, and Parks & Recreation.

Under the direct supervision of the City Administrator, the City Clerk is responsible for overseeing the organization’s financial reporting, accounting, utility billing, budget development, payroll, investments, record-keeping, public meetings, and related activities.

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalency.
  • Associate’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.  (Or combination of post-secondary accounting certification and municipal finance experience)
  • Prior public employment experience in a similar position
  • Practical knowledge of bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing.
  • Ability to compile and analyze financial reports.
  • Practical knowledge of municipal office procedures and practices.
  • Must be able to work with confidential information.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications/programs.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Comfortable with public speaking and able to establish effective working relationships with the public and fellow employees.
  • Well-organized and skilled in time management, prioritization, scheduling, and meeting deadlines.
  • Must be able to attend evening meetings.
  • Valid Iowa driver’s license.
  • Shall be bondable.
  • Shall obtain IMFOA Municipal Clerk & Finance Officer certifications.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
  • Five years of related experience in a public organization serving a city with a population greater than 2,500.
  • Knowledge of zoning, permitting and cemetery administration.
  • Current IMFOA certification.
  • Experience with ERP Pro 10/Incode (Tyler Technologies) public accounting system.

Starting salary will be $60,000-$65,000 per year DOQ/DOE.