The City of Glendale, CA is seeking a City Manager.  The ideal candidate will be an innovative, ethical, and confident leader with a record of professional accomplishments that demonstrate his/her ability to effectively lead a large and diverse public organization. A proven record in project management, strategic planning and sound fiscal management skills are essential. This challenging position requires a strong, visionary leader committed to quality improvement, customer service and performance management. The qualified candidate will be able to negotiate challenging political waters, while remaining focused on organizational goals, managing a strong executive team, and working with a passionate and involved city council. A background working with diverse communities, environmental and sustainability projects, land use and development, and working in a full-service city are all highly desired.