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Now Hiring: City Clerk

The City of Cle Elum is pleased to announce the hiring of a City Clerk to join its team. Please review the position announcement below (click here to view the official position description) and, if you or someone you know is a good fit, apply using the form below.

Application for Employment

Position open until filled. First review of applications will occur on August 17, 2026. Please apply by COB on August 14, 2026.

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Position Information

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Date of Application(Required)

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How did you learn of this position?(Required)

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Personal Information

Name(Required)

First Middle Initial Last

Preferred Name (if different)

First Last

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code

Preferred Phone(Required)

Alternate Phone

Email Address(Required)

Enter Email Confirm Email

Are You 18 Years or Older?(Required)

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Have you ever been employed by us before?(Required)

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Previous Position(s)(Required)

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Do you have any relatives currently employed by the City:(Required)

(Having a relative employed by the City will not necessarily bar you from employment)

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Related Employees(Required)

First Name

Last Name

Relationship

The City of Cle Elum is an Equal Opportunity Employer and shall not discriminate against an applicant or an employee because of Race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ). If you believe that you have been discriminated against, you should notify the City Administrator immediately.

Professional References(Required)

Please provide six references. (Supervisor, Coworker, Professor, Teacher, Mentor, etc.)

First Name

Last Name

Email

Professional Affiliation

Title/Role

Employment Experience

Beginning with your present or most recent employment, list all your work experience for at least the last ten (10) years, including periods of self-employment, volunteer activities, and US military service.

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Position(Required)

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Supervisor(Required)

First Last

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May We Contact this Employer(Required)

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Number of Employees Supervised(Required)

Primary Duties(Required)

Reason for Leaving

Employer's Name(Required)

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Number of Employees Supervised(Required)

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Reason for Leaving(Required)

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Employer's Name

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Number of Employees Supervised

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Employer's Name

Position

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First Last

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May We Contact this Employer

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Position

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Supervisor

First Last

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May We Contact this Employer

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Number of Employees Supervised

Primary Duties

Reason for Leaving

Education Experience

High School

High School Name(Required)

State(Required)

Graduated?(Required)

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Undergraduate

School Name

State

Years Completed

Course of Study

Graduated?

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Graduate

School Name

State

Years Completed

Course of Study

Graduated?

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Other

School Name

State

Years Completed

Course of Study

Graduated?

Yes

No

Planning Director Supplemental Question

Please explain how you meet the minimum qualifications:

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Assistant City Administrator Supplemental Questions

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How many years of experience do you have supervising/managing people?(Required)

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How many years of experience do you have overseeing Human Resources activities?(Required)

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How do you handle sensitive situations or high-visibility issues?(Required)

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Please describe the qualities you believe are important to have in a Public Works Director for a community the size and nature of Cle Elum.(Required)

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Please describe three (3) challenges you faced during your tenure in Public Works or a related career that would contribute to your success in this role. Include at least one (1) failure, and the impact and/or outcome for each example.(Required)

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Please describe any initiatives you have personally directed, or been involved in, to change or improve workplace culture. Include details such as the need for the initiative, your role, any challenges encountered, and whether the outcome was as anticipated or different.(Required)

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Scenario: Your recommended action to City Council on an important and controversial issue elicits active opposition from some vocal audience members. Your recommendation is based on your firm opinion, backed up by data, that the course of action is in the best long-term interests of the city and community. How do you respond to City Council regarding the opposition to your position?(Required)

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Do you currently possess a Water Distribution Manager II Certification?(Required)

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Do you currently possess a Cross Connection Control Specialist Certification?(Required)

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Please indicate your desired salary(Required)

Additional Information

Describe any job-related training received in the United States Military

List professional, trade, business or activities and offices held

You may exclude membership which would reveal gender, race, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, or other protected status.

Summarize special job-related skills and qualifications acquired from employment or other experience

State any additional information you feel may be helpful to us in considering your application

Describe any specialized training, apprenticeship, skills, and extracurricular activities

Do you possess a current Driver's License?(Required)

Yes

No

Do you possess a valid CDL?(Required)

Yes

No

Class

Indicate any non-English languages you speak, read, and/or write

Additionally, please indicate if you can speak, read, and/or write and the level of proficiency.

Upload your cover letter

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Upload your resume

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