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Job Description
City Manager
City of Hermosa Beach, CA
The City of Hermosa Beach, a vibrant 1.43-square-mile coastal community in Los Angeles County’s South Bay, is seeking its next City Manager. Home to nearly 20,000 residents and drawing more than half a million visitors during peak summer months, Hermosa Beach combines small-town charm with big-city operations. The community enjoys a lively downtown, two miles of sandy shoreline, and a wealth of recreational and cultural activities.
The City Manager is responsible for implementing City Council direction and leading a team across seven departments with a $53.6 million budget and 174.14 FTE positions. The role requires a collaborative, values-driven leader who can inspire staff, partner with Council, and engage a highly involved community. The successful candidate will bring proven municipal management experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate intergovernmental relationships, coastal community challenges, housing mandates, and financial sustainability.
The City offers a salary range of $240,000 – $289,817 DOQE, plus excellent benefits, including CalPERS retirement, deferred compensation, generous leave, and a 4/10 work schedule.
Apply by October 2, 2025 at www.peckhamandmckenney.com. Questions? Contact Danielle Noble at danielle@peckhamandmckenney.com.
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Job Requirements
see above
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Special Instructions
Please visit our website at www.peckhamandmckenney.com to apply for this opportunity.
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Peckham & McKenney
Show moreWith over 50 years of combined experience in executive search, management and local government, Peckham & McKenney brings a high level of understanding and service to their clients and candidates.
Peckham & McKenney provides Executive Search and Consulting services to local government agencies throughout the Western United States and is headquartered in Sacramento, CA, with an office in Lake Tahoe and a presence in Denver, CO.
Peckham & McKenney was established on the premise that an executive search and consulting firm must be dedicated to providing its clients and candidates with professional service, as well as a personal, hands-on approach. Our business philosophy centers upon the understanding that this is a "people" oriented industry and that attention to others' needs is the key to providing excellent customer service. Not only are we committed to providing our clients with well-qualified candidates, but we also take pride in treating both clients and candidates with the utmost respect that they deserve.
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