City Manager - City of Saratoga, CA
Company: Peckham & McKenney Executive Search
Location: Saratoga
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Are you responsive, community oriented, and committed to
outstanding customer service? Are you fiscally conservative with a
thorough understanding of municipal budgets? If you are, don’t miss
your chance to serve this beautiful community! Apply today! The
City of Saratoga, located in Santa Clara County, is a charming
residential community of approximately 31,000, known for its
excellent schools and prestigious neighborhoods. Within its
borders, Saratoga includes lush redwood forests, foothills suitable
for wine grapes, and a sunny valley floor once covered with
orchards. The City Council’s ideal candidate possesses the
qualities essential for effective leadership, has broad knowledge
of the functional areas of municipal government, and has an
inclusive mindset and sensitivity to a multicultural environment
and the diverse needs of the City’s residents. Understanding
land-use planning and community engagement in the planning process
is crucial. Qualified candidates typically possess ten years of
increasingly responsible experience in city government including at
least three years of experience as a city manager, or at least six
years of experience as an assistant city manager, or at least eight
years of experience as a department head involving considerable
responsibility. The annual salary for this position is $300,000 -
$365,000 and the total compensation package offered will be
commensurate with the candidate’s overall experience, education,
skills, and background. The City offers an outstanding benefit
package generous contributions to medical, dental, & vision
insurance, auto allowance, deferred compensation matching, and a
robust PTO program. City staff work the 9/80 schedule with every
other Friday off. Filing Deadline: May 1, 2026 Resumes are
acknowledged within 2 business days. By submitting an application
and clicking “submit application” for this position, I agree to the
terms of conditions here of the recruitment process facilitated by
Peckham & McKenney Executive Search.
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