The City of Pinole is a residential community of approximately 18,628 residents situated in Western Contra Costa County on the shores of San Pablo Bay. The City is a general law city that was incorporated on June 25, 1903, and operates under a Council-Manager form of operation, whereby policies of the City Council are administered by a City Manager who is appointed by the City Council.

Under policy direction of the Mayor and City Council, the City Manager provides administrative direction, oversight, and coordination for all City functions and activities through management staff and City departments. The City of Pinole is seeking a forward-facing, progressive management expert to serve as its next City Manager. The successful candidate will serve effectively as the administrative agent of the City Council, and will have knowledge of federal and state laws, and rules and regulations. The ideal candidate is a responsible, solution-oriented leader who is fiscally conservative and can easily navigate challenges. The successful candidate must be humble, accessible, and responsive, with an innovative mindset and the ability to support and empower the team and staff. Collaborative candidates who nurture a positive environment of communication, trust, and respect, both in the organization and the community, will do well in this role. An honest, creative, and enthusiastic team leader is desired.

Qualified candidates possess the equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in public or business administration, public policy, finance, or a field related, and significant management or administrative experience in a municipal or other public agency setting. Possession of an appropriate advanced degree and experience working with an elected Council or Board is highly desirable.

The City of Pinole offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The salary for this position is open and negotiable, dependent upon experience and education. The salary of the Interim City Manager is $310,429.