Phone: (337) 291-8810 | (337) 291-8816
Email:  JGordon-Wiltz@LafayetteLA.gov

Joseph Gordon-Wiltz brings nearly two (2) decades of dedicated public service and administrative expertise to his role as Clerk of the Council for Lafayette City-Parish Consolidated Government ("LCG"). Beginning his tenure with LCG in May 2013 as Assistant Clerk of the then-Lafayette City-Parish Council, Joseph has steadily distinguished himself as a knowledgeable leader in municipal and parish government.

In his current capacity, Joseph is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Lafayette City Council, the Lafayette Parish Council, and the staff serving at the pleasure of the Councils, in accordance with applicable provisions of the Home Rule Charter of Lafayette City-Parish Consolidated Government ("Charter"). As the only Clerk of the Council in the State of Louisiana currently serving the separate governing authorities of both a municipality and a parish, as a provision of the Charter, Joseph ensures that meetings are conducted efficiently and in strict adherence to Charter, statutory, and procedural requirements by reviewing agendas, managing publication requirements, and maintaining detailed records of Council proceedings. As a trusted internal adviser on public policy, he guides Councilmembers through complex legislative matters. Joseph's registration as a Louisiana Legislative Lobbyist and his designation as a Louisiana Certified Municipal Deputy Clerk through his membership in the Louisiana Municipal Clerks Association enhances his value to the Council Office. Together with a team of legislative affairs and citizen advocacy professionals in the Council Office, Joseph’s role further extends to advising on communications, processing public records requests in accordance with applicable laws, and facilitating effective dialogue between local government, state officials, community stakeholders, and, most importantly, the residents of the City and Parish of Lafayette.

Joseph’s commitment to continuous professional development is reflected in his educational background, having completed undergraduate studies at University of Louisiana at Lafayette in behavioral sciences, graduate studies at the Shepard Broad College of Law at Nova Southeastern University in education law, and his near-completion of graduate degree requirements in business administration at Eastern University. This underscores his dedication to strengthening his leadership and administrative skills for service to the Councils.

Beyond his primary responsibilities in the Council Office, Joseph’s diverse professional experience—ranging from leadership roles in financial aid and student affairs at South Louisiana Community College to positions in operations and customer service—demonstrates his versatility and commitment to public service. His active involvement with various community organizations and boards further exemplifies his love for and dedication to Lafayette and the Acadiana region. Joseph serves as the Secretary/Treasurer for Lafayette Parish Council of Governments, he is an active parishioner of Our Lady Queen of Peace Roman Catholic Church in Lafayette, where he serves as Vice President of the Parish Pastoral Council, and he is a proud member of the Nu Theta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. in Saint Martinville, where he serves as Treasurer, just to name a few.

As Clerk of the Council, Joseph is devoted to upholding the highest standards of transparency, efficiency, and integrity in legislative affairs and citizen advocacy. His blend of practical experience and steadfast commitment to the community makes him an invaluable asset to LCG and the citizens it serves.