WAGE RANGE: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 Depending On Qualifications
OPENING DATE: June 10, 2026
FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICANTS: June 24, 2026
About the Community: Carlisle, Iowa, is a growing community of 4,160 residents located adjacent to Des Moines southeast side. More information on the community is available at www.carlisleiowa.org
Carlisle is a full government service community with seven departments including City Hall/Finance, Fire/EMS, Police, Library, Public Works, Parks & Recreation, and Municipal Electric. City Hall is made up of the City Administrator, City Clerk, Financial Manager, and Utility Billing Clerk. This active department oversees many of the administrative and financial functions for the City, including accounting, bookkeeping, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, human resources, utility billing, permitting, economic development, and cemetery. The City has recently updated its Comprehensive Plan and is working on strategic implementation of that plan. The City Clerk position is an integral part of the City’s staff that provides an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing public environment while providing essential services for the City that support all functions of the organization.
INFORMATION: The City of Carlisle is accepting applications for City Clerk. Interested candidates should send resume, cover letter, and a professional writing sample.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the City Administrator, serves as the City's official records custodian and municipal clerk. Coordinates City Council meetings and public notices, maintains official records, ordinances, and licenses, supports elections and cemetery operations, and assists with personnel, financial, and administrative functions.
The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, customer-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities while working effectively with elected officials, staff, and the public. City Hall is an active office with numerous patrons and customers throughout the day and a widely diverse workflow throughout the year.
ENTRY REQUIREMENT AND SKILLS: Graduation from a college or university with a associate's degree in business, public administration, financial management/accounting or other related field, and one (1) to three (3) years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience; and must have the ability to be bonded and be available for off-hour work assignments, meetings, and activities. Certified Municipal Clerk designation is preferred.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter specifying interest to City of Carlisle, Attn: Deven Markley, 100 North 1st Street, Carlisle, Iowa 50047. Professional writing sample can include professional documents, letters, email, or other correspondence highlighting the applications written communication skills. Please include current mailing address, phone number(s), and e-mail address. The City of Carlisle is an equal opportunity employer.
