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Nestled along the southern shore of one of the world’s most beautiful alpine lakes, the City of South Lake Tahoe offers a setting of exceptional natural beauty and environmental significance. Its location, adjacent to Nevada’s gaming casinos, renowned ski resorts, and an extensive network of hiking and biking trails, has made South Lake Tahoe a premier year-round destination. Internationally known for its crystal‑clear lake, world‑class skiing, fishing, camping, and outdoor recreation, the City is home to approximately 21,000 residents who often describe life here as nothing short of paradise.

Under the direction of the City Council, the City Manager serves as the City’s chief executive officer and is responsible for implementing Council policy through the planning, organization, direction, and control of all municipal operations. This includes oversight of Police, Fire, Finance, Planning, Building, Parks and Recreation, Public Works, the Airport, Human Resources, and administrative services. The City Council seeks a highly accomplished City Manager with exceptional financial and government finance expertise and a strong understanding of California municipal operations, including redevelopment law, labor relations, and intergovernmental affairs.

The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated experience in economic development, affordable housing, and ideally tourism, along with a proven ability to build effective partnerships at the federal, state, local, and public and private levels.

A Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, political science, or a related field is required, along with seven years of progressively responsible experience in city government, including at least five years in municipal administration and three years in a high‑level administrative role such as department head or Assistant City Manager. A Master’s degree is desirable. The outgoing City Manager had an annual salary of $233,844;

salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at  to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Ms. Valerie Phillips at (916) 784‑9080.
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