The City of Hemet City Council, located in Riverside County, is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic professional to join this well-managed organization. This talented professional will be an effective hands-on manager for a staff of 376.4 FTEs and a combined 2025-26 budget of $149 million. This top professional is expected to have strong leadership skills, effective interpersonal and communication skills, and a strong passion for public service. The selected City Manager will also need to have an inclusive management style combined with a hands-on approach to day-to-day operations. A thorough understanding of municipal finance, budgeting and community planning is of high importance to the City Council. This career opportunity is the result of the retirement of the incumbent.

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration or a closely related field is required. A Master’s degree is preferred.
Experience: At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in an administrative or managerial capacity in an organization involving significant responsibility. Experience as a City Manager, Assistant or Deputy City Manager, or a Department Head (from a larger sized city) will be well received. Candidates with current or prior California experience in a public agency is highly regarded.

The City Council will offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package to its next City Manager which considers the candidate’s qualifications and track record of career success. The salary for the previous City Manager was $315,588 annually. The current annual salary for the City Manager is open and negotiable dependent upon qualifications. The City also offers an attractive and competitive benefits package that includes but is not limited to retirement benefits offered through the California Public Employees’ Retirement System; comprehensive medical, dental and vision; paid holidays, vacation and sick leave; management leave; auto allowance; professional development expense allowance; and deferred compensation.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately, with the recruitment closing on Monday, July 20, 2026. Electronic submittals are strongly preferred to apply@ralphandersen.com and should include a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and five professional references. This recruitment is confidential and will be handled accordingly throughout the various stages of the process. Top candidates will be invited for an on-site interview with the Mayor and City Council. Candidates should be aware that references will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established. Confidential inquiries are welcomed and should be directed to Fred Wilson, Ralph Andersen & Associates, at (916) 630-4900.

Detailed recruitment brochure is available at https://ralphandersen.com/jobs/city-manager-hemet-ca/.