Your Voice Matters in Shaping Our City’s Future
The City of Cathedral City is searching for its next City Manager, and we want to hear from YOU! What qualities and priorities are most important to you in our city’s next leader?
The City Council invites all residents to participate in a community survey to help guide the selection process. Your input will directly influence the qualities and priorities we seek in our next Chief Executive Officer.
Take the survey now: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5NXLPD9
About the City Manager Position
The City Manager serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Cathedral City, overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring our city services run smoothly and efficiently for our diverse community of over 52,000 residents. This critical leadership position works under the policy direction of the City Council while providing professional guidance and exercising independent judgment in implementing Council priorities.
The City Manager leads approximately 230 dedicated city employees who provide essential services including Police, Fire, Public Works, Code Enforcement, Planning, and Economic Development, with a FY 2025/26 General Fund budget of almost $76 million.
The Ideal Candidate
Cathedral City is seeking a visionary and proven servant leader who embodies:
- Collaborative, transparent, and forward-thinking leadership
- Strong commitment to public service, community engagement, and fiscal responsibility
- Strategic thinking with extensive experience as a decisive and effective negotiator
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build trusting relationships with City Council, staff, labor groups, and community partners
- Creativity, inclusivity, and the ability to inspire confidence throughout the community and organization
Qualifications
Qualified candidates typically possess a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field, along with six years of progressively responsible experience in municipal activities, including four years of administrative and management responsibility. A Master’s Degree is highly desirable, as is fluency in Spanish.
Compensation and Benefits
The position offers a competitive annual salary of up to $300,000, dependent on experience and qualifications. The comprehensive benefits package includes:
- CalPERS Retirement Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Leave
- Auto Allowance
- Deferred Compensation
Why City of Cathedral City?
Nestled in the heart of the Coachella Valley between Palm Springs and Rancho Mirage, Cathedral City is a culturally rich community that celebrates its diversity. Home to a proud majority Hispanic community and vibrant LGBTQ+ community, our city thrives on inclusivity and cultural celebration. With 350 sunny days per year, world-class amenities, and signature events including LGBT+ Days, Taste of Jalisco Festival, and the International Hot Air Balloon Festival, Cathedral City truly is “a community where art lives.”
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online at: https://www.bobmurrayassoc.com/search-summary?broc_id=7196
Filing Deadline: November 16, 2025
For questions about this outstanding opportunity, contact Ms. Stacey Stevenson at (916) 784-9080.
The City Council reserves the right to extend deadlines or modify recruitment procedures at its discretion.
