Salary $18,450.00 - $22,425.00 Monthly

Location  CA 95380, CA

Job Type FULL-TIME

Job Number 2026-CM-100-01

Department City Manager's Office/Admin

Opening Date 02/05/2026

Closing Date Continuous

The City is seeking an individual to join a community that values strong leadership, sound

governance, and public excellence as its next City Manager. Ideal candidates will bring a record

of professional accomplishments that demonstrates their ability to effectively lead a diverse

public organization. To review the job announcement and apply online, please visit

www.cityofturlock.org . You may also obtain a city application at Human Relations, 156 S.

Broadway Suite 235, Turlock. For questions, contact Human Relations at (209) 668-5150.

Postmarks are not accepted. EOE/AA Final filing date: Continuous Until Filled. First Review of

Applications: Tuesday, March 31, 2026

SELECTION PROCESS:

1.  All applicants must complete and return a standard Application for Employment form, supplemental questionnaires and submit the following documentation:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Proof of education is a copy of one of the following:  a college degree or a college transcript.

2.  You may submit your required documentation using the following options:

1. Attach a scanned copy in the "Add Attachment" option, or 
2. Fax a copy to (209) 668-5529,or
3. Email a copy to jdhami@turlock.ca.us or
4. Hand deliver copies of your documentation to 156 S. Broadway, Suite 235, Turlock, CA 95380 

Applications will be rejected if they are incomplete or required documentation is not attached.

3.  Applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications. Applications will be rejected if incomplete or if all required documentation and the completed supplemental questionnaire is not submitted with the application.

4.  In the event that a large number of applicants possess the minimum qualifications, applicants who appear to be the most qualified based on their experience and education will be invited to compete in the testing process.

5. Candidates who are invited to participate in the oral examination and receive a score of 70% or more will be placed on an eligibility list. Ranking on the eligibility list will be based solely on the results from the oral exam. 

6. Completion of a practical exercise may be conducted in order to further evaluate skills relating to essential job functions.

7. Top candidates on the eligibility list will be referred to the Turlock City Council for final appointment consideration.

8. Final appointment will be contingent upon passing the following: reference review, medical examination which includes a drug/alcohol screening, hearing exam and vision exam.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE SYSTEM 

The City of Turlock has adopted a veteran's preference system (effective January 1, 2002). The percentage score achieved through an entrance (non-promotional) examination which ranks applicants on an eligibility list shall be adjusted to provide: (a) one (1) percentage point added to the final test score for each six (6) months of active service during a time of armed conflict, up to a maximum of five (5) points, and (b) five (5) percentage points added to the final test score for veterans who are disabled as a result of active military service during a time of armed conflict, regardless of length of service. To receive preference points, applicants must provide supporting documentation and proof of honorable discharge. In no event shall an applicant receive more than a five (5) point adjustment. This request should be made in section #12 of the employment application form. A copy of your DD214 must be attached for this request to be considered.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Turlock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are sincerely interested in receiving applications from qualified minorities, women and the disabled. Qualified applicants receive equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, political affiliation or belief except where indicated by requirements of the job. The City of Turlock will make every effort to accommodate applicants that have disabilities that would not allow them to compete in the announced process. Applicants are asked to indicate their request for accommodation in the application form.

MEDICAL EXAMINATION AND DRUG/ALCOHOL SCREENING 

The incumbent will be required to take a medical examination including a drug/alcohol screening and be fingerprinted.

CUSTOMER SERVICE POLICY

The City of Turlock is committed to quality service to our customers. Our goal is to create a positive, productive and courteous atmosphere for our employees and customers. Employees are evaluated on the quality of customer service they provide.

NOTES:

Information contained herein does not constitute an expressed or implied contract as it is subject to change.

Continuous Until Filled. 
First Review of Applications: Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Cell phones are typically incompatible with online application format or  browsers. we recommend using a desktop or laptop Computer. If your are still having technical difficulties, please call NEOGOV at 1-855-524-5627.