What are the responsibilities and job description for the City Manager for the City of San Juan Bautista position at Corte Madera, California?
City Manager
City of San Juan Bautista
$160,000 - $215,000
Join Us in Leading San Juan Bautista into the Future!
The City of San Juan Bautista is seeking its next visionary City Manager—an experienced and dynamic leader ready to guide our historic, unique, and charming community into a bright and sustainable future.
Are you an innovative, forward-thinking senior professional in the field of public works, economic development, finance, and administration looking for a high-level leadership role? Are you a self-starter with exceptional communication skills who excels at working with members of the community and public officials in helping provide a community excellent service? Are you a leader that prioritizes collaboration and employee development?
If you are a dedicated public servant with a passion for historic preservation, economic development, and community collaboration, we invite you to consider leading San Juan Bautista—a city where history meets opportunity.
THE POSITION
As the appointed Chief Executive Officer of the City, this position is responsible for planning, directing, managing, and reviewing the activities and operations of the City of San Juan Bautista. The role operates under the policy direction of the City Council in accordance with municipal law for the benefit of City residents. It involves coordinating City services and activities across various departments and external agencies. Additionally, it includes providing highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Council, offering advice with substantial discretion and judgement in analyzing the best approaches for recommendations and decisions.
A few of the top priorities for the new City Manager:
- Economic development
- Infrastructure improvement
- Land use, general plan, zoning
- Updated contract fire
- Maintenance of historical and cultural parks and open space
For additional information on this exciting opportunity visit https://bit.ly/SJBCityManagerBrochure
Qualifications
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, or a related field. Master’s degree is desirable, and five (5) years of experience in a public agency management position responsible for the formulation and implementation of programs, budgets, and administrative operations.
THE CITY
Originally known as San Juan de Castro after the Mexican secularization of 1833, the town was officially incorporated in 1896. Today, San Juan Bautista stands as a popular tourist destination, boasting the San Juan Bautista State Historic Park and other significant historic sites, along with cultural institutions like El Teatro Campesino.
This unique village exudes early California history, featuring one of the most authentic and pristine missions on the California mission trail. San Juan Bautista is committed to preservation, evident in its nationally registered historic district, a main street reminiscent of the old west, and original adobes dating back two centuries. The city's embrace of multicultural performing arts, artists, festivals, and street fairs creates a year-round celebration of entertainment. Surrounded by untouched hillsides, organic fields, and natural habitats, San Juan Bautista beckons with a call to nature and rustic outdoor experiences, complementing the rich historical tapestry of the community.
Regional Government Services (RGS) and its staff are conducting this recruitment on behalf of the City of San Juan Bautista.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: March 28, 2025, at 11:59 PM PST.
Apply at: https://bit.ly/SJBCityManager
Candidates who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Regional Government Services by emailing Lbutler@rgs.ca.gov and rblut@rgs.ca.gov.
The City of San Juan Bautista is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $160,000.00 - $215,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $160,000 - $215,000
