City Manager

City of Milpitas, California

Attractive Annual Salary: $320,000 – $400,000 DOE/DOQ

The City of Milpitas, California, is seeking an experienced public sector leader to be our next City Manager! This highly skilled leader will oversee municipal operations, set strategic direction, maintain operational excellence, advance key initiatives, and guide the organization toward long-term success. The City Manager serves as the City’s chief executive, leading the City Manager’s Office and 14 City departments/offices, guiding a workforce of 450 employees, and stewarding an FY 2026 operating budget of $268.5 million. The ideal candidate is a seasoned municipal executive with demonstrated competence in municipal finance, legal matters, planning, and/or economic development, and ability to foster a collaborative and respectful organizational culture. Success in this role requires effective partnership with elected officials, city staff, and engagement with the community. Lead the City of Milpitas with financial expertise and strategic leadership, apply today!

View the full recruitment brochure here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/b08e73cd-cf78-400e-a8d3-ffccaebd2557

Salary & Benefits

Attractive annual salary $320,000 – $400,000 DOE/DOQ. PLUS an attractive benefits package.

HOW TO APPLY

For first consideration, apply by March2, 2026 at: https://wbcp.applicantpool.com/jobs/1278645-300215.html

View the WBCP Job Board: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/

SECURE THE DATES - Selected candidates must be available for both days.

Round one virtual interviews will take place on March 28^th.
Finalists will move forward to round two in-person interviews on April 4^th.

QUESTIONS?

Please contact your recruiters, Wendi Brown or Shani Pearce, with any inquiries:

wendi@wbcpinc.com or shani@wbcpinc.com
541-664-0376 (direct)
866-929-9227 (toll-free)

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