City of Goleta
The City of Goleta was incorporated in 2002, making it one of the youngest cities in California. Goleta’s eight square miles are nestled between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, offering unparalleled scenic beauty. More than 32,000 people live in Goleta, and many more commute to work here. The City is on the cutting edge of the high-tech and entrepreneurial business community. The Santa Barbara Airport and the University of California are both adjacent to the City’s boundaries, making it the perfect place to do business. For a small city, there are many large, well-known companies who make their home in Goleta, and new and innovative businesses are popping up each year.
Quality of life for our residents is enhanced by local beaches, mountains and the City’s large number of developed parks and natural open spaces. Goleta is a bicycle-friendly community, and our inventory of bike paths continues to grow. The Goleta Community Center provides a home for a wide array of community-based activities and services and the City’s beloved Goleta Valley Library serves as the regional main library for many residents on the Santa Barbara south coast. Excellent police, fire and emergency response make us a safe community.
The City is governed by a five-member City Council with a directly-elected mayor. It is a General Law City, with a Council-Manager form of government. This system of local government combines the political leadership of elected officials with the managerial experience of an appointed local government manager.
The City of Goleta’s dedicated team of elected officials, professional employees and volunteers are united in the mission to ensure that Goleta remains the perfect place to live, work and play. Their goal is to conduct City business in the most efficient, transparent and professional way possible to support a vibrant and sustainable community.
The City of Goleta is a great place to work and offers excellent benefits, competitive salaries, and a unique array of experiences on the central coast of California. Our diverse group of employees are dedicated to serving our community and enhancing the functions of public administration through innovation and partnerships. We are always looking for amazing people to join #TeamGoleta.
