City Manager
City of San Jacinto · San Jacinto
Salary: $330,342 – $330,342 per year
Closes: 2026-11-23T00:00:00.000Z
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City Manager
City of San Jacinto San Jacinto, CA, USA Full Time Compensation: $330,342 AnnuallySalary: DOQ (Dependent on Qualifications), and an attractive benefits package. Application Deadline/Closing DateNovember 23, 2026City of San Jacinto City Manager
Build on San Jacinto’s Heritage. Lead Its Growth.
Lead a community where a small-town atmosphere, mountain setting, and opportunities for investment come together. The City of San Jacinto, California, seeks an experienced municipal executive to turn City Council priorities into results while preserving the character of this historic Inland Empire community of approximately 56,000 residents.
The next City Manager will advance Main Street revitalization, attract business investment and local jobs, strengthen recurring revenues, and coordinate infrastructure with growth. This is an opportunity for a working leader who understands municipal finance and economic development and enjoys being an active, visible part of the community.
San Jacinto seeks a trusted partner to the City Council who provides candid advice, communicates early and often, and follows through on commitments. The successful candidate will support and develop employees, maintain clear expectations and accountability, and build productive relationships with residents, businesses, the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians, and regional partners. Sound judgment, integrity, and the ability to manage differing perspectives professionally are essential.
Qualifications: A qualifying combination of education and experience is acceptable. A typical path includes a bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, finance, or a related field and seven years of progressively responsible municipal experience, including five years of management and administrative experience. A related master’s degree is highly desirable. Prior City Manager or Assistant City Manager experience is preferred; California local government and community and economic development experience are highly desirable.
Compensation: Current annual compensation is $330,342, plus an attractive benefits package. A mutually agreeable employment contract will be negotiated based on qualifications and experience.
To Apply: Email a resume and cover letter in PDF format to [email protected] by 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time on November 23, 2026.
Full recruitment brochure: HRDPM Open Recruitments
Contact: Henry Garcia • 951.999.1617 • [email protected]
Rhonda Strout-Garcia • 951.905.0025 • [email protected]
The City of San Jacinto is an Equal Opportunity and ADA Employer.
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Applications close in 19 days, on November 23, 2026.
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This posting appears on Western City. CA Public Jobs first observed it on October 27, 2026. It was last verified open on November 2, 2026.