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Amber Anderson

Buckley

Summary

Public sector administrative professional with progressive experience in Clerk’s office operations, public records management, and municipal governance. Certified Public Records Officer and participant in multi-year professional development training through the Northwest Clerks Institute. On track to earn Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC) designation within six months. Demonstrates discretion, strong communication skills, and effective management of complex administrative processes.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Interim City Clerk

City of Sammamish
08.2025 - Current
  • Assumed full Deputy City Clerk responsibilities in addition to expanded scope as Interim City Clerk.
  • Manage City Council agendas, electronic packets, and meeting logistics; ensure accurate minutes, filing of ordinances/resolutions, and publication of legal notices.
  • Coordinate across departments to track and forecast agenda items, anticipate needs of council, commissions, and staff, and update the city calendar.
  • Create and circulate agenda bills and packets; communicate effectively with council, staff, and the public to ensure accuracy and transparency.
  • Serve as city liaison to King County on elections; oversee business and solicitor licensing processes.
  • Manage board and commission appointments.
  • Track changes in laws and regulations and update policies, SOPs, and compliance procedures to ensure adherence and minimize organizational risk.
  • Administer and review the Electronic Records Management System (ERMS); evaluate paper and electronic records for retention, transfer, and destruction.
  • Present Clerk’s Office updates and public records request data to City Council.
  • Lead departmental budget coordination, purchase orders, and training expenditures.
  • Train and supervise staff; implement process improvements and cross-department collaboration to streamline workflows.
  • Provide coverage for tort claim processing as needed.
  • Took initiative to lead the “Public Elephant” project, researching, organizing, and mapping city records for improved public access.
  • Maintain continuous professional training to stay current on best practices and evolving legal requirements.

Deputy City Clerk

City of Sammamish
05.2024 - 08.2025
  • Assisted City Clerk with certification and attestation of official city documents, preparation of ordinances/resolutions, and dissemination of notices.
  • Coordinated agenda bill preparation, council packets, and post-meeting processes.
  • Supported the Public Disclosure Officer, ensuring timely and compliant responses to public records requests.
  • Managed records retention policies, electronic filing, and the organization of official documents.
  • Oversaw board and commission application and appointment processes.
  • Supported virtual and in-person City Council meetings, including Zoom operations and official minutes.

Public Disclosure Officer

City of Sammamish
03.2022 - 05.2024
  • Processed and tracked all Public Records Requests (PRRs), ensuring compliance with deadlines under the Public Records Act.
  • Conducted complex records searches, reviewed documents for exemptions, and coordinated with City Attorneys on litigation-sensitive requests.
  • Supported PRA litigation preparation, coordinated legal holds, and developed new compliance policies.
  • Implemented staff training on PRA updates and email retention policies; presented compliance guidance to staff and council.
  • Assisted with grant applications, annual JLARC reporting, and council record repository management.

Office Assistant & Planning Commission Coordinator

City of Sammamish
06.2021 - 03.2022
  • Provided front-line customer service, permit processing, and financial reconciliation.
  • Coordinated Planning Commission meetings, agendas, legal notices, minutes, and public comments.
  • Served as primary liaison to Planning Commissioners and ensured compliance with public meeting requirements.
  • Supported city operations including cashiering, passport services, mail distribution, and inspections scheduling.

Education

Washington Association of Public Records Officers

International Institute of Municipal Clerks

Attorney & Notary Supply of Washington State

Green River Community College
Auburn, WA

Skills

  • Records & Document Management – Managing official records, ERMS, ordinances, resolutions, and public records requests
  • Governance & Legislative Support – Coordinating council agendas, meetings, legal notices, and board/commission appointments
  • Leadership & Initiative – Demonstrates leadership through process improvements, project coordination, and cross-departmental collaboration, driving results and efficiency without formal supervisory responsibility
  • Policy & Compliance Analysis – Researching laws, updating SOPs, and ensuring compliance with PRA and other regulations
  • Project & Process Management – Leading initiatives, implementing process improvements, and coordinating budgets
  • Communication & Public Interaction – Presenting to Council, liaising with departments, and handling public inquiries effectively

Affiliations

  • Employee Recognition Committee | City of Sammamish
  • Employee Performance Review Committee | City of Sammamish
  • Education Committee | Washington Municipal Clerks Association (WMCA)
  • Policies & Practices Committee | Washington Association of Public Records Officers (WAPRO)

Timeline

Interim City Clerk

City of Sammamish
08.2025 - Current

Deputy City Clerk

City of Sammamish
05.2024 - 08.2025

Public Disclosure Officer

City of Sammamish
03.2022 - 05.2024

Office Assistant & Planning Commission Coordinator

City of Sammamish
06.2021 - 03.2022

Washington Association of Public Records Officers

International Institute of Municipal Clerks

Attorney & Notary Supply of Washington State

Green River Community College

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