City Manager, City of San Jacinto

HR Dynamics & Performance Management, Inc.; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

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. 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 a working leadership role requiring a strong background in municipal finance and economic development; the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, finance, or related field.
• A related master’s degree is highly desirable.
• Prior City Manager or Assistant City Manager experience is preferred; California local government experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Turn City Council priorities into results while preserving the community’s character.
• Advance Main Street revitalization and attract business investment and local jobs.
• Strengthen recurring revenues and coordinate infrastructure with growth.

Skills

Municipal finance

Economic development

Leadership

Public administration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, finance, or related field

Master’s degree (highly desirable)

Job description

City 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.

November 23, 2026.

Contacts: Henry Garcia 951.999.1617 [e-mail]

Rhonda Strout-Garcia 951.905.0025 [e-mail]

The City of San Jacinto is an Equal Opportunity and ADA Employer.