City Manager

Nestled in the heart of the Coachella Valley, Cathedral City is a vibrant and culturally rich community conveniently located between Palm Springs and Rancho Mirage in Riverside County. With a diverse population of over 52,000, Cathedral City has the third largest population of the nine cities in the Coachella Valley. An ideal sunny Southern California climate of 350 sunny days per year, clean air, scenic beauty, and unlimited leisure activities attract an additional 10,000 residents during the winter months. The city is home to a diverse  population, with a proud majority Hispanic community and vibrant LGBTQ+ community that deeply influences the local culture and traditions. Cathedral City is a charter city operating under the Council-Manager form of government providing a full range of services including Police, Fire, Public Works, Code Enforcement, Planning and Economic Development. The City Council is comprised of five members elected by district, including a Mayor selected by the Council. The City Manager serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the City of Cathedral City. This role carries the responsibility of overseeing day-to-day operations and ensuring that city services run smoothly and efficiently.

Cathedral City is seeking a visionary and proven servant leader who is collaborative, transparent, and forward-thinking while demonstrating a strong commitment to public service, community engagement, and fiscal responsibility. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker with extensive experience in being a decisive and effective negotiator able to listen and clearly communicate with groups and individuals of diverse opinions, adept at guiding the organization through opportunities and challenges with innovation and foresight. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to build strong, trusting relationships with the City Council, staff, labor groups, and community partners bringing creativity, inclusivity, and an ability to inspire confidence throughout the community and organization.

The annual salary range for the City Manager is up to $300,000, dependent on experience and qualifications. The City also offers an attractive and competitive benefits package. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Ms. Stacey Stevenson at (916) 784-9080.

FILING DEADLINE: November 16, 2025

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