City Manager
City of Santa Maria, California
Annual Salary: $241,825 - $344,351 DOE/DOQ
Be a part of a progressive and pioneering community.
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The City of Santa Maria is seeking a visionary City Manager who will serve as a pillar of the community, uphold the mission and priorities of the City Council, and develop winning strategies to help shape the future of a growing city. In this influential position, the City Manager will oversee 10 departments, a Citywide dedicated staff of 700, and a biennium operating budget of approximately $277 million. The ideal candidate has experience in urban development and championing large projects in the public sector from inception to completion, such as downtown redevelopment; large-scale technology overhauls; city destination marketing campaigns; and/or robust capital improvement projects. They will also be fiscally savvy and budget minded, with a wealth of municipal government, operations, and public administration experience. The new City Manager will be a forward-thinking leader who values teamwork and community engagement. They will immerse themselves in developing improved processes and operations, handling challenging conversations head on, and leveraging their communication skills to develop a shared vision. If you are seeking longevity in your role and feel enthusiastic about the future of Santa Maria, this role is for you. Apply today!
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is a strategic leader who can execute transformative projects and lead a diverse community to new heights. The City of Santa Maria is not just looking for someone with prior city manager experience — but someone who can bring leadership experience in operational department functions, fresh ideas and a clear vision to this growing city. Santa Maria is on the cusp of significant developments, from downtown redevelopment to improving infrastructure and updating the City’s general plan. As the next City Manager, you'll be at the forefront of these transformations. The ideal candidate is an inclusive leader with experience in both finance and economic development. A background in urban planning and affordable housing is helpful, as the City Manager will work in conjunction with developers to construct residential housing for the region’s working-class families. The City is seeking a candidate with a desire to integrate and live in the community, who envisions a future as a dedicated, long-serving City Manager.