City Manager

City of Yorba Linda
Yorba Linda, California United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 12, 2025
  • Salary: DOQE USD
  • Apply By: Jul 14, 2025
  • Full Time
  • Administration and Management
  • Executive
  • Summary

    Renowned for its outstanding quality of life and small-town atmosphere, the City of Yorba Linda is seeking a dynamic and accomplished executive to join this financially healthy and well-managed organization. The City Council is seeking an engaging leader with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills and a strong passion for public service. The current City Manager is retiring after serving the City for 12 years in the role.

  • Job Description

    The selected candidate will thrive in an environment that embraces an entrepreneurial spirit and approach to local government, sets high expectations, and demands a high level of customer service and responsiveness. The right candidate will also bring an inclusive management style combined with a hands-on approach to day-to-day operations, continuing to build on the extremely positive culture in the organization.

  • Job Requirements

    Requires an experienced public administrator with a minimum of eight (8) years of upper-level executive experience in a municipal organization or other comparable governmental agency including two years of experience as a City Manager, Assistant City Manager or any combination of education, experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities. The Yorba Linda City Council recognizes the benefit of an experienced professional yet also encourages others from a comparable or larger organization, to also consider this career opportunity provided there is a demonstrated track-record of career success and accomplishments.

    Education: A Bachelor’s degree is required. A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university is desirable.

  • Special Instructions

    Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately and before the closing date of Monday, July 14, 2025. Electronic submittals are strongly preferred to apply@ralphandersen.com and should include a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and five professional references. Confidential inquiries welcomed to Mr. Fred Wilson, Ralph Andersen & Associates, at (916) 630-4900.

    Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.

  • Additional Information

    The City Council is prepared to offer a highly competitive salary for the region consistent with recent practices; salary appointment will be made depending on the qualifications and experience (DOQE) of the selected candidate. The City also offers an excellent benefits package including CalPERS retirement.

  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Ralph Andersen & Associates
    • Ralph Andersen & Associates

    Executive search and Human Resources Consulting

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Phone: 916-630-4900
PDF Flyer: Brochure-Yorba Linda CM.pdf

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