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The City of Morro Bay is a vibrant, welcoming coastal community with a deep connection to its natural surroundings. Located on Californias picturesque Central Coast, halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, the City boasts a close-knit community of approximately 10,500 and receives 800,000 visitors annually from all over the world. The location is ideal for individuals who are drawn to natural beauty, a slow pace, quaint atmosphere, and temperate-climate.

The City Council is seeking a City Manager with a record of success in complex and fast paced organizations, documented success managing projects to completion, and a tactical and strategic long-term vision. The ideal candidate will have broad municipal leadership experience that includes economic development and/or community development and capital improvement projects.

Requirements:

• Equivalence of a Bachelors degree in public administration, political science, business management, or a related field
• 5 years experience in municipal government as an Assistant / Deputy City Manager, City Manager, or department head of comparable complexity
• Experience in a California public agency is highly desirable
• A Masters degree is desirable

Compensation and benefits:

• The annual salary for this at-will position is up to $265,000 depending on qualifications and experience
• Outstanding benefits package that includes fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee with significant contributions towards family premiums, and a generous paid leave program
• Relocation assistance is negotiable

How to apply:

• Please submit your compelling cover letter and resume (including month/year of employment) via our website
• Resumes acknowledged within two business days
• Contact: Roberta Greathouse, toll-free (866) ###-#### or cell (831) ###-####
• A detailed brochure is available at www.peckhamandmckenney.com

Deadline: The filing deadline is September 21, 2025.