City Manager
City of Sacramento

The City of Sacramento is seeking a City Manager. The City Manager serves as the chief executive officer of the municipal government, appointed by the City Council. This charter officer role encompasses comprehensive oversight of city operations, policy implementation, and strategic leadership across all departments. The next City Manager will be a visionary, principled, and resilient executive who brings both a fresh perspective and the proven capability to lead a large, complex, and politically nuanced organization. This individual must be a true leader—not just a skilled administrator, but a force for cultural renewal, institutional trust-building, and strategic economic and community advancement.


Location: Sacramento, California
Salary: $273,211 - $420,684
Final filing date: June 30, 2025

Please make sure to have your Resume, Cover Letter, and List of References ready for upload before you start the application process. One combined document that includes all three items is preferred.