Qualifications of the City Clerk shall be as follows:
A. Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities: Thorough knowledge of general laws and administrative policies governing Municipal financial practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the functions and organization of Municipal government; good knowledge of modern office methods and practices; ability to prepare reports of official proceedings; ability to read, interpret and apply provisions of laws, rules and regulations; ability to perform difficult and responsible clerical work and to keep clear and concise records and correspondence; ability to formulate and install standard accounting methods, procedures, forms and records; ability to evaluate work performed by subordinates; ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with other department heads and governmental officials; good professional judgment; good physical condition; thoroughly familiar with computers and their operation; knowledge of personnel practices, laws and regulations as they relate to cities; basic understanding of collective bargaining process, contract administration and employee relations.
B. Education, Experience And Training: Four (4) years of college, business or technical school, or graduate from high school with a minimum of four (4) years of appropriate experience in a city clerk's office; strong leadership and people oriented management skills; ability to operate all the phases of the City computer with associated word processing; Iowa Notary Public or obtain within six (6) months of date of hire; valid Iowa drivers license.
C. Equipment Operation Required: Computer, calculator, copy machine, telephone, word processor and other office equipment. (1996 Code)