Job Category
Work Schedule
Full-time
Employer
City of Sonoma
Job Open until Filled
Job Closing Date
Phone
541-630-0657
City Manager
City of Sonoma, California
Salary: $215,900 (DOQ/DOE)


The City of Sonoma, California, is seeking a City Manager. The incoming City Manager will be expected to take an active interest in the community and the Valley and maintain effective working relationships with all elected and appointed officials, City staff, regional partners, outside organizations, and the public. The successful candidate will understand the importance of advocating for a work environment that is customer-service-focused, positive, friendly, and encourages effective and efficient work practices. The new City Manager will have a strong knowledge of a range of housing strategies, including affordable options. The new City Manager shall possess knowledge of revenue generation and policies which encourage livability for residents. If you want to make a difference in the community you serve, develop open communication across the organization, and foster an environment of collaboration and teamwork while working in a setting rich in culture, diversity, and natural beauty, apply now!

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The ideal candidate will have experience as an executive/department head from a municipal or private organization and understand how to be an executive leader to an organization that touches all facets of the community. The successful candidate will understand the importance of advocating for a work environment that is customer-service-focused, positive, friendly, and encourages more effective and efficient work practices. This candidate has budget, grant, and finance experience, demonstrated experience with community engagement and human resources practices, and a proven track record of championing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts for a large organization. The ideal candidate will provide effective fiscal oversight and accountability of City funds, oversee budget development, and be creative and forward-thinking regarding shared partnerships that support City projects and initiatives. The next City Manager will have a high emotional intelligence and go beyond being a supportive leader by providing mentorship and development opportunities for staff.