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Located in California’s great Central Valley with a population of over 320,000 and an estimated 9,500 businesses, the City of Stockton is a 65 square mile multicultural community and urban destination with a rich arts and culture, fine dining, shopping, sports, recreation, and family activities. As the 11th largest city and 8th to incorporate in California, it is home to professional sports teams, cultural festivals, museums, theater, and revitalized downtown and waterfront that stands out as a “cultural powerhouse where a rich tapestry of backgrounds converges into a thriving hub for attractions, performances and events
The City of Stockton seeks as City Manager an experienced municipal leader; effective manager; knowledgeable and trusted resource; and excellent diplomat, collaborator, counselor; and communicator. The City Manager will be responsible for visioning, inspiring, motivating, and implementing positive and meaningful change to the organization’s image and reputation; overseeing municipal operations through empowering the staff team; implementing the City Council’s priorities and goals, establishing an organizational culture that attracts and retains personnel; and working effectively in an organization and community with highly diverse demographics. The City Manager will be instrumental and a focal point for developing consensus, building partnerships, organizational development, and ensuring/providing public services. The City Manager will be relied on for reasoned, researched, justified recommendations and guidance to the City Council and for achieving both day-to-day and the visionary goals that result in the City providing excellent service, becoming a role-model organization, and distinguishing itself as an employer of choice.
The preferred candidate will have 7 to 10 years of experience as a Chief Executive, Assistant/Deputy Chief Executive or Department Head in a government agency of comparable complexity and size; experience working with elected officials; and a Bachelor’s degree. Knowledge and experience with California legislation, laws, regulations and requirements; a Master’s degree in public administration or related field; ICMA Credential; and bilingual skills are highly desired. The current salary is approximately $350,000 and negotiable in consideration of the experience and qualifications presented by the final candidate.
To apply for this great career opportunity, please visit our website at:
Peckham & McKenney
www.peckhamandmckenney.com
Resumes are acknowledged within two business days. Call Tony Dahlerbruch at (866) 912-1919 for more information. A detailed brochure is available at www.peckhamandmckenney.com.
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International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Veterans Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. City of Stockton, California
Ready to apply Before you do, make sure to read all the details pertaining to this job in the description below.
Located in California’s great Central Valley with a population of over 320,000 and an estimated 9,500 businesses, the City of Stockton is a 65 square mile multicultural community and urban destination with a rich arts and culture, fine dining, shopping, sports, recreation, and family activities. As the 11th largest city and 8th to incorporate in California, it is home to professional sports teams, cultural festivals, museums, theater, and revitalized downtown and waterfront that stands out as a “cultural powerhouse where a rich tapestry of backgrounds converges into a thriving hub for attractions, performances and events
The City of Stockton seeks as City Manager an experienced municipal leader; effective manager; knowledgeable and trusted resource; and excellent diplomat, collaborator, counselor; and communicator. The City Manager will be responsible for visioning, inspiring, motivating, and implementing positive and meaningful change to the organization’s image and reputation; overseeing municipal operations through empowering the staff team; implementing the City Council’s priorities and goals, establishing an organizational culture that attracts and retains personnel; and working effectively in an organization and community with highly diverse demographics. The City Manager will be instrumental and a focal point for developing consensus, building partnerships, organizational development, and ensuring/providing public services. The City Manager will be relied on for reasoned, researched, justified recommendations and guidance to the City Council and for achieving both day-to-day and the visionary goals that result in the City providing excellent service, becoming a role-model organization, and distinguishing itself as an employer of choice.
The preferred candidate will have 7 to 10 years of experience as a Chief Executive, Assistant/Deputy Chief Executive or Department Head in a government agency of comparable complexity and size; experience working with elected officials; and a Bachelor’s degree. Knowledge and experience with California legislation, laws, regulations and requirements; a Master’s degree in public administration or related field; ICMA Credential; and bilingual skills are highly desired. The current salary is approximately $350,000 and negotiable in consideration of the experience and qualifications presented by the final candidate.
To apply for this great career opportunity, please visit our website at:
Peckham & McKenney
www.peckhamandmckenney.com
Resumes are acknowledged within two business days. Call Tony Dahlerbruch at (866) 912-1919 for more information. A detailed brochure is available at www.peckhamandmckenney.com.
Filing deadline is September 5, 2025. Seniority level
Seniority levelExecutive Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionOther IndustriesGovernment Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Veterans by 2x Get notified about new City Manager jobs in
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