A full-service charter city where elected officials and staff maintain excellent working relationships. Where council relations are professional, civil and mutually respectful. Where diversity is honored and celebrated within the vibrancy of the Silicon Valley. This is Redwood City, the seat of San Mateo County, serving a population of 84,423 supported by 634 FTE and a total FY25-26 budget of $396.8 million ($201 million General Fund) and a FY25-26 CIP of $72.9 million.
 
The City Council is desirous of attracting strong leaders with proven track records of successfully executing on organizational priorities. The ideal candidate will have the courage to break new ground and the ability to energize others around a vision of what is possible. Competitive candidates will have deep knowledge in municipal finance and/or land use matters. Economic development experience will also be considered favorably. Senior or executive level public sector management experience is expected. A bachelor’s degree is required; master’s degree is preferred.
 
The City is committed to offering competitive yet fiscally responsible compensation (current salary is $405,667). Recruitment closes at 11:59pm on Sunday, September 14, 2025.