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.