———————— Peckham & McKenney, 300 Harding Boulevard, Suite 203D, Roseville, CA 95678 ———————— May 12, 2026
Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor Reeves, and Council Members Trippe, Knight, McKee Town of Yountville
c/o Gary Bell, Town Attorney
6550 Yount Street
Yountville, CA 94599
Via PDF/Email to: [email protected]
Dear Mayor Mohler and Members of the Town Council,
Thank you for considering Peckham & McKenney to assist with the Town of Yountville’s Town Manager recruitment. We would be honored to represent you in this important search, helping identify the right candidate to work effectively with the Council, serve residents, and advance your community’s goals.
As a mid-sized, long-standing boutique firm, Peckham & McKenney is recognized for successful, lasting placements. Four qualities set us apart and explain why cities choose us:
• We actively and personally recruit candidates. Rather than relying solely on advertisements, we leverage our extensive network, direct outreach by phone, email, and LinkedIn, and promote the opportunity with zeal
• We limit the number of concurrent searches, ensuring focused attention on each client. • We prioritize clear, consistent communication with both clients and applicants. • Your recruiter is directly responsible for every aspect of the search, serving as your single point of contact.
As an executive recruiter, I am proud of our work because our values emphasize supporting public agencies in furtherance of good government, placing quality above quantity, and building enduring relationships with those who serve the public.
Our team is composed of retired city executives who are deeply committed to the public sector. For example, I have 28 years of experience in California local government, including more than 15 years as Town Manager for the Town of Los Altos Hills. I understand the responsibilities and expectations of a small-town manager, and I know what it takes to identify strong candidates. Over the past three years, I have successfully completed City Manager recruitments for the Northern California Cities of Anderson, Angels Camp, Corning, Hollister, Ione, Pleasant Hill, Redding, Weed and Yreka. ———————— Peckham & McKenney, 300 Harding Boulevard, Suite 203D, Roseville, CA 95678 ———————— Enclosed is our detailed proposal outlining our process, timeline, resources, references, experience, and fee. Also enclosed with this proposal is an example of a City Manager recruitment brochure for Yreka that I prepared with input from the City Council and designated representatives.
I am prepared to launch the recruitment this month. Peckham & McKenney is excited to implement a process that will lead to the successful placement of a candidate who truly “fits” the Town’s interests. I reside in northern California and will attend the key meetings in person, including the presentation of candidate résumés to the Council and the Town Manager candidate interviews.
Please feel free to contact me at (650) 504-3515 with any questions.
Sincerely,
Carl Cahill, Executive Recruiter
[email protected]
Enclosure:
Town of Yountville Town Manager Recruitment Proposal
City Manager Recruitment Brochure Example (City of Yreka) ———————— Peckham & McKenney, 300 Harding Boulevard, Suite 203D, Roseville, CA 95678 ————————
RECRUITMENT PROPOSAL
for
Town Manager
Town of Yountville
———————— Peckham & McKenney, 300 Harding Boulevard, Suite 203D, Roseville, CA 95678 ————————
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WHY CHOOSE US? 1
EXPERIENCE 1
YOUR RECRUITMENT TEAM 2 - 3
OUR SCOPE OF SERVCES AND SEARCH SCHEDULE 4
COST OF SERVICES 5 - 6
Cost of Services
Process of Payment
Agreement & Insurance
GUARANTEE & COMMITMENT 6 - 7
Guarantee - Placement
Commitment to You, the Client
DIVERSITY 8
Diversity Statement
CLIENT REFERENCES 9
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WHY CHOOSE US?
“All about fit”
We recognize that every agency and community we serve is unique, and the candidate you ultimately select must “fit.” We take the time to become familiar with your community, organizational culture, and issues and challenges to identify and recruit the best candidates for your consideration.
Peckham & McKenney - Peckham & McKenney is a boutique firm that is established on the premise that an executive search and consulting firm must provide its clients and candidates with professional service, as well as a personal, hands-on approach. Our business philosophy centers upon the understanding that this is a “people” related industry and that attention to others’ needs are the key to providing effective customer service.
Peckham & McKenney provides executive search services to local government agencies throughout the western United States and is headquartered in Roseville, California. Under the leadership of Anton “Tony” Dahlerbruch, continuing the values and principles of the firm’s founders Bobbi Peckham and Phil McKenney, Peckham & McKenney has a strong and well-recognized reputation as a leader of successful local government recruitments. The team of Peckham & McKenney’s executive recruiters brings numerous decades of experience in local government and executive search to achieving effective placements that align each client’s unique needs and interests. We are supported by administrative and research specialists, marketing and design professionals, a web and social media expert, and distribution staff.
Since 2004, Peckham & McKenney has conducted more than 650 executive level recruitments in the states of Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming.
On behalf of cities, counties, and special districts throughout the West, we have successfully placed hundreds of local government professionals including City and County Managers and their Assistants, General Managers, County Chief Administrative Officers, Police and Fire Chiefs, Department Heads, and mid-level Managers. In addition, Peckham & McKenney has placed hundreds of executives and organizational leaders in the areas of public safety (police and fire), community development and planning, economic development, public works and engineering, finance, human resources, city clerk, information technology, library services, parks and recreation, and community services.
Our Reputation & Experience - The firm was established in 2004 by Bobbi Peckham and Phil McKenney, and its Recruiters offer substantial experience in local government executive recruitments. Peckham & McKenney is one of the most trusted and respected executive recruitment firms in the country. Time and again, we receive unsolicited compliments from clients and candidates relating to our integrity, high ethics, customer service and centered focus on each individual client. Not only are we committed to providing our clients with well-qualified candidates, but we also take pride in treating both our clients and candidates with the utmost respect. Please view our website at http://www.PeckhamAndMcKenney.com to see a comprehensive list of all our searches by title and agency. 2 | Peckham & McKenney
YOUR RECRUITMENT TEAM
With every Peckham & McKenney recruitment, an
Executive Recruiter is assigned to serve as your
single point of contact throughout the entire search
process and is fully responsible for its success.
Every Peckham & McKenney Recruiter is supported
by an experienced team of administrative, research,
and marketing specialists, and the entire Peckham &
McKenney team for backup, support, collaboration,
and sourcing. Each Recruiter maintains a strictly
limited number of active searches to maintain
Peckham & McKenney’s commitment to you for a
personal, focused and thorough search.
Carl Cahill, Executive Recruiter, Peckham & McKenney Executive Search Carl has over 28 years of local government service. Carl worked for the Town of Los Altos Hills, California from 1999 until late 2021. He served as the Town’s Planning Director from 2000 until February 2006 and was then appointed Town Manager. Carl has a bachelor’s degree in Urban Studies from Montclair State University in New Jersey and a Master’s degree in Public Administration from Cal State University, East Bay. He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners and the International City/County Management Association.
Carl is supported by the following team:
Joyce Johnson, Operations Manager
Joyce Johnson joined Peckham & McKenney in 2005 and serves as the firm's Operations Manager. She has over 30 years' experience in the field of administrative and executive support for all aspects of the executive recruitment process. She oversees internal administration of the firm as well as directing contract administrative support in the areas of advertising and design, web posting, and duplication and mailing services. Prior to joining Peckham & McKenney, Ms. Johnson oversaw internal administration in the Western Region headquarters of two national management consulting and executive recruitment firms. Ms. Johnson is complimented regularly on her strong customer orientation working with both clients and candidates alike. Ms. Johnson holds an Associate of Arts degree from American River College.
Tayler Bergstrom, Research Associate
Tayler Bergstrom joined Peckham & McKenney in 2022 and currently serves as a Research Associate.
Tayler is currently pursuing a PhD at UCLA where she worked previously as a lab manager overseeing various research projects. Prior to that, Tayler graduated from UC San Diego with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology.
Peckham & McKenney Team
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Linda Pucilowski, Graphic Designer
With nearly 30 years of experience, Linda Pucilowski provides her expert design and marketing skills to Peckham & McKenney. She is the firm’s “go-to” professional for all advertising and brochure design and creation. Ms. Pucilowski holds a Bachelor’s degree from California State University, Sacramento.
Rachel Moran, Website & Social Media Assistant
Rachel Moran has been in the graphic design field since 2007 and prides herself on creating eye-catching visual art. She supports the Peckham & McKenney team by handling all website visual and technical design as well as social media. Ms. Moran graduated from the Art Institute of Houston obtaining her Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts with a concentration in Graphic Design.
With our recruiter team that solely consists of retired City Managers, Police Chiefs, Assistant City Managers and Department Heads, and our expert support team, Peckham & McKenney brings more experience and knowledge of local government and executive search than any other California recruiter.
City manager recruitments completed by Carl Cahill include:
• City Manager, City of Anderson, CA
• City Manager, City of Angels Camp, CA
• City Manager, City of Corning, CA
• City Manager, City of Hollister, CA
• City Manager, City of Ione, CA
• City Manager, City of Pleasant Hill, CA
• General Manager, Rancho Murieta, CA (underway)
• City Manager, City of Redding, CA
• City Manager, City of Weed, CA
• City Manager, City of Yreka, CA
Please don’t hesitate to contact these agencies as well as our large list of current and former clients on our website (here); they will attest to our quality of service, on-going communication throughout the process, personal and direct outreach and sourcing of candidates, quality applicant pool, written materials and interview facilitation.
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REVISED SEARCH SCHEDULE
In today’s competitive recruiting environment, our goal is to make the process as efficient and effective as possible. The search schedule reflects an approximate 3-month recruitment process. Dates below are suggested and can be revised to achieve the desires of the city.
Activity Proposed
Schedule Time Frame
Project Organization
Conference call to discuss Search Timeline, Process and Logistics Pre-Recruitment Development of Candidate Profile
Meeting #1 w/Client to discuss Candidate Profile. This meeting is typically held via teleconference or phone. I separately reach out to all Town Council members individually regarding their ideal candidate preferences.
Listen to Specific Expectations of Position
Learn Background and Experiences desired in Ideal Candidate Develop Marketing Brochure and Obtain Client Approval Review Advertising and Recruiting Plan
May 26 – June 9,
2026 Two Weeks
Recruitment
Recruiter focuses on Direct & Personal Outreach with Quality Potential Candidates
Advertise, Network, and Electronically Post/Distribute Candidate Profile Up to 500 Identified Industry Professionals
Post Opportunity on Firm’s Website
Respond to all inquiries and acknowledge all Resumes received within 48 hours
Client will be Updated on Outreach Status and Progress m June 10 – July 12,
2026 1 Month
Preliminary Screening Interviews
Recruiter Screens Resumes and Conducts Preliminary Internet Research on Candidates for any Areas of Concern
Conduct Preliminary Phone Interviews with Leading Candidates Prepare Recommended Candidates Packet
July 13 – 24, 2026 Two Weeks
Recommendation of Candidates/Selection of Finalist(s)
Provide Client with Recommended Candidates Packet
Meeting #2 (in-person) Provide Overview to Mayor & Town Council of Recommended Candidates(in-person).
Client Selects Finalist Candidate(s) for Finalist Interview Process Recruiter Notifies all Candidates of Status in Recruitment Process July 27 - 31, 2026 One Week
Finalist Interview Process with City Council
Facilitate Meeting #3 (in-person): Town Council Interview(s) Council Interview process includes Orientation prior to interviews and Debrief meeting afterwards.
Assist Client throughout Selection Process.
Council may select the Leading 1-3 Finalists to bring back for In-Person Interview (optional step)
August 3 - 14, 2026 Two Weeks
Qualification
Conduct Background and Reference Checks on Selected Candidate Provide Employment Agreement Negotiation Assistance, if desired by Client
August 17 - 21, 2026 One Week
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COST OF SERVICES
The search fee for the Town of Yountville’s next Town Manager is $28,000.
The fee quoted above is for a full recruitment process as described in the Scope of Services. *If the City hires an additional candidate from among those recommended for another position within one year of the close of the recruitment, a fee of $5,000 will be charged to the City.
Process of Payment
Payments Due Invoice Services (Scope of Work)
First 1/3 of
Payment
Upon
Execution
of Contract
As a
Retainer to
Cover
Upfront and
Necessary
Expenses
Incurred
• Meeting #1: Telephone meetingsto Discuss Candidate Profile, Listen to Specific Expectations of Position, Learn Background and Experiences desired in Ideal Candidate
• Candidate Profile Development
• Develop Marketing Brochure and Obtain Client Approval • Develop Advertising and Recruiting Plan
• Ad Placements, Post on Firm’s Website, Social Media Outlets • Electronically Post/Distribute Candidate Profile Up to 500 Identified Industry Professionals
• Network & Personal Outreach
Second
1/3 of
Payment
60 Days
after
Contract
Execution
Invoiced 30
Days from
Contract
Execution
• Respond to all prospective candidate inquiries and acknowledge all Resumes received within 48 hours.
• Client Updates on Outreach Status and Progress
• Screen Resumes
• Conducts Preliminary Internet Research on Top Candidates • Identify Leading Candidates and Conduct Preliminary Interviews with Leading Candidates.
• Provide Client with Recommended Candidates Packet
• Meeting #2 to Provide Overview of Recommended Candidates • Client Selects Finalist Candidate(s) for Finalist Interview Process • Notify all Candidates of Status in Recruitment Process Final 1/3
of
Payment
90 Days
after
Contract
Execution
Invoiced 60
Days from
Contract
Execution
Meeting #3 to Facilitate Panel Interviews
• Provide Orientation Session prior to Interviews and Debrief Session after the Interviews
• Assist Client throughout Process and Provide Recommendations • Selection of Leading 2-3 Candidates for Further Consideration (Optional step).
• Assist Client with candidate communication for final Interview • Background and Reference Checks, as needed
• Provide Employment Agreement Negotiation Assistance, if desired by Client.
*If the retainer is not received by Peckham & McKenney within 30 days of the agreement, P&M will suspend the recruitment process until payment is received.
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Agreement
Peckham & McKenney is the operating name of City Management Advisors LLC, Anton Dahlerbruch, Managing Member.
Insurance
City Management Advisors doing business as Peckham & McKenney carries Professional Liability Insurance ($1,000,000 limit), Commercial General Liability Insurance ($2,000,000 General Liability, and $4,000,000 Products) and Automobile Liability Insurance ($1,000,000). Our Insurance Broker is B&B Premier Insurance Solutions, Agoura Hills, CA. Necessary insurance documentation will be provided to the Town in a timely manner.
GUARANTEE, COMMITMENT AND DIVERSITY STATEMENT
OUR PLACEMENT GUARANTEE
We are pleased to share that the Peckham & McKenney success and placement record are particularly strong. We are confident that our recruitment process will result in a quality candidate that will stay in your employment.
We will connect with you and our placement
in 6 months and 1 year after the appointment,
to check-in.
*We will conduct a second search within 6
months of our search process for a reduced
fee if a qualified candidate is not placed.
**Ifthe placement vacates the position within
1 year from the date of accepting the offer, we
agree to conduct a second search within 6
months of the vacancy for a reduced fee.
* It is unusual that we are unsuccessful in providing a placement or that the placement vacates the position within a year. In the unlikely event that no qualified candidates are selected, we will conduct a second search for a reduced fee of $13,750.
**If the selected candidate is separated from employment within one year after accepting the city’s employment offer, a second search will be conducted for a reduced fee of $13,750. (external candidates only).
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OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
Time and again, we receive unsolicited comments from clients and candidates relating to our integrity and high ethics.
We believe in honesty. No client should ever appoint an individual without being fully knowledgeable of the candidate’s complete background and history. Additionally, no candidate should ever enter into a new career opportunity without full disclosure of any organizational “issues”.
We keep everyone involved in the recruitment process informed. Not only do we provide regular updates to our clients, we also have a reputation for keeping our candidates up to date. We do not recruit staff from our client agencies for another recruitment during an active engagement nor do we “parallel process” a candidate.
We do not recruit our placements – ever. Should a placement of ours have an interest in a position for which we are recruiting, they may choose to apply. If they become a finalist, we ask that they speak to their supervisor to alert them of their intent. We are retained only by client agencies an only serve cities, counties and special districts. We do not commit ourselves to too many searches. Your recruiter maintains a small, limited number of concurrent searches in order to focus specifically and diligently on recruiting qualified candidates for your vacancy.
We commit to diversity in its broadest possible definition in every aspect of each executive recruitment.
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OUR DIVERSITY STATEMENT
Peckham & McKenney is committed to diversity in its broadest possible definition in every aspect of each executive recruitment our firm provides. We take pride in the placement of women and applicants of diversity and are known for long successful tenures of candidates selected by the agency.
Peckham & McKenney does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/gender, national origin/ancestry, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation (including transgender status), marriage or family status, military status, or age. We are fully compliant with all applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations in all of our recruitments.
For over 30 years, founder Bobbi Peckham has been a champion of women seeking executive leadership positions within local government. Through leadership positions in organizations, as a speaker at conferences, and in professional roles in city management, other members of our recruitment team additionally have a history of promoting diversity in local government positions.
With our diverse team of Recruiters, Peckham & McKenney goes to great lengths to support, promote and advocate for diversity in the recruitment and hiring processes.
In addition to all other outreach methods, Peckham & McKenney routinely advertises with the National Forum of Black Public Administrators (NFBPA), Local Government Hispanic Network (LGHN) and CivicPRIDE as well as the National Diversity Network, to ensure placement of your opportunity with the following online venues:
African American Job Network
Asian Job Network
Disability Job Network
Latino Job Network
LGBT Job Network
Retirement Job Network
Veteran Job Network
Women’s Job Network
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CLIENT REFERENCES
Please feel free to contact any of the following current and recent clients to inquire about their experience with Peckham & McKenney and Executive Recruiter Carl Cahill. In addition, we would be pleased to furnish the client contact and phone numbers for any past clients listed in this proposal.
Four references familiar with my recruiting work are listed below. In addition, we would be pleased to furnish the client contact and phone numbers for any past clients.
Kari Kibler | Personnel Director
City of Redding
(530) 225-4509
[email protected]
John Elsnab | interim City Manager/ HR Director
City of Yreka, CA
(530) 598-3786
[email protected]
City of Yreka Mayor - Colleen Baker
530-643-6445
[email protected]
Collin Bogener | City Attorney
Cities of Anderson and Corning, CA
(530) 605-0355
[email protected]
Tim Ewell| Chief Assistant County Administrator
Contra Costa County, CA
(925) 812-6833
[email protected]
City Manager
CITY OF YREKA, CALIFORNIA
The Community
Yreka (pronounced Why‑REE‑kuh) is
a historic and welcoming community
located just south of the Oregon border
in far Northern California. Founded in
1851 after gold was discovered along the
Siskiyou Trail, Yreka quickly grew into a
thriving Gold Rush town.
Today, the city of 7,827 residents
preserves its heritage through the
Siskiyou County Museum, the Ley
Station Fire Museum, and the
beautifully maintained Miner Street
Historic District, home to more than
70 pre‑1900 structures and a vibrant
collection of local shops and eateries.
As the largest city and county seat of
Siskiyou County, Yreka anchors the
heart of the Shasta Valley, offering
a blend of small‑town charm, civic
pride, and regional significance. The
community enjoys sweeping views
of Mount Shasta and easy access
to exceptional outdoor recreation,
world‑class fishing, rafting on the
Klamath and Rogue Rivers, winter sports
near Mount Shasta, and thousands of
acres of forest and wilderness.
The City maintains eight public parks
including the 560‑acre Greenhorn Park,
which features a reservoir, extensive
hiking and mountain biking trails.
Yreka also offers amenities that support
lifelong learning, culture, and family life.
The College of the Siskiyous – Yreka
Campus provides higher‑education
opportunities, workforce training,
and community programming. Yreka
celebrates community with lively
events such as Golden City Days and
Summer Concerts in the Park, along
with preservation and arts initiatives
that showcase local galleries, theaters,
and cultural programs—all highlighting
the city’s creative spirit and small‑town
charm.
Public schools in Yreka serve students
from kindergarten through high school,
offering small class sizes, a supportive
environment, and strong community
connection.
With affordable housing, four distinct
seasons, and a relaxed rural lifestyle,
Yreka offers an exceptional quality of
life for those who appreciate history,
nature, and a close‑knit community. For
more information about the region, visit
Discover Siskiyou.
The Organization
Yreka is a General Law City operating
under the Council–Manager form of
government. The five‑member City
Council, including the Mayor and Mayor
Pro Tempore, sets policy direction and
appoints the City Manager and City
Attorney.
The City provides a full range of
municipal services, including police,
fire (transitioning from volunteer
to hybrid staffing), public works,
water and wastewater utilities,
community development, finance,
and administrative services. The
organization is lean, collaborative, and
hands‑on, with department heads who
value teamwork, communication, and
clear direction.
The Position
The City Manager serves as
Yreka’s Chief Executive Officer,
responsible for all day‑to‑day
operations, implementation of Council
policy, financial stewardship, and
organizational leadership. The Manager
oversees all departments, provides
guidance to staff, ensures regulatory
compliance, and represents the City
in regional, intergovernmental, and
community forums in accordance with
City of Yreka Municipal Code Chapter
2.08. Key responsibilities include:
• Leading, planning, and managing all
City operations and staff.
• Developing and administering the
City’s budget and financial systems.
• Advising the Council on policy,
operations, and long‑range planning.
• Ensuring effective communication
with the Council, staff, and
community.
• Maintaining strong relationships
• Build relationships
with key community
voices—supportive
and critical alike.
• Represent the City
with professionalism
and approachability.
The Ideal Candidate
The City Council seeks a dynamic,
energetic, and forward‑thinking
leader who brings integrity, resilience,
and a collaborative spirit.
The ideal candidate will be:
• A team builder who can unify staff,
strengthen morale, and model
professionalism.
• A strong communicator—transparent,
direct, and respectful—with
the ability to navigate differing
viewpoints.
• Financially astute, with general
experience in municipal budgeting
and stewardship of public funds.
• Experienced in community and
economic development, with the
ability to move projects from concept
to completion.
• Visionary and proactive, offering new
ideas while respecting Yreka’s culture
and history.
• Hands‑on and approachable,
comfortable working closely with a
small staff and engaging directly with
the community.
• Politically savvy but not political,
able to maintain trust with all Council
Members equally.
• Grounded and personable, with a
good sense of humor and the ability
to thrive in a rural environment.
• Residency within the City is desirable.
• Oversee water and sewer system
upgrades and master planning.
Parks and Recreation
• Pursue funding and construction of
new public swimming pool complex
with land already acquired and plans
substantially complete.
• Support city park, trail, and Greenway
improvements.
Homelessness & Community
Well‑Being
• Build on recent progress with shelters
and cleanup efforts.
• Coordinate with regional partners and
service providers.
• Balance compassion with community
expectations for safety and
cleanliness.
Organizational Leadership
• Strengthen staff morale,
accountability, and professional
development.
• Address communication gaps
and ensure consistent, respectful
interactions.
• Implement succession planning
and reinforce high performance
standards.
Council Relations & Governance
• Provide equal, transparent
communication to all Council
Members.
• Deliver weekly written reports and
structured agenda preparation.
• Maintain a proactive, “no surprises”
approach to Council communications.
Community Presence
• Be visible, accessible, and engaged
with residents, businesses, schools,
service clubs, and regional partners.
Housing, Economic & Community
Development
• Foster economic development,
business attraction, and downtown
revitalization.
• Advance the goals of Yreka’s General
Plan 6th Cycle Housing Element.
• Support increased housing
production across all income levels.
• Strengthen partnerships with
regional housing organizations and
service providers.
Water & Infrastructure
• Advance water supply planning,
including finalizing the Fall Creek
property acquisition.
with regional partners, including the
Karuk Tribe, CalFire, Caltrans, and
Siskiyou County agencies.
• Promoting transparency,
accountability, and high‑quality
customer service.
Key Ongoing Priorities
Fire Department Modernization
• Oversee construction of the new
fire station, funded by a 2024
voter‑approved sales tax measure.
• Manage the transition from a
volunteer to hybrid staffing model.
• Strengthen operational readiness
and long‑term sustainability.
The Recruitment Process
The City of Yreka has engaged Peckham
& McKenney Executive Search,
represented by Carl Cahill, to manage
this executive search.
Peckham & McKenney
www.peckhamandmckenney.com
For questions regarding the recruitment
process, please contact:
Carl Cahill, Executive Recruiter
Peckham & McKenney
[email protected]
(650) 504‑3515 | (866) 912‑1919
Education, License &
Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Public or
Business Administration or a related
field (Master’s preferred).
• At least five years of senior
municipal management
experience.
• Valid California Driver’s License
within 90 days.
Compensation & Benefits
The City Manager’s salary and benefits
closely mirror the City’s Unrepresented
Employees Resolution.
Salary: Competitive annual salary
range: $162,160 – $197,106.
COLA: 3% increases scheduled for July
2026, July 2027, and July 2028.
Benefits include:
MEDICAL: City pays 85% of the
CalPERS Gold Plan premium.
DENTAL & VISION: Fully paid by the City.
VACATION: 4.62 hours per pay period
(approx. 3 weeks annually).
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE: 3.08 hours per
pay period (up to 80 hours).
SICK LEAVE: Up to 12 days per year.
HOLIDAYS: 12 paid holidays annually.
LONGEVITY PAY: Up to 5%.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION:
Dollar‑for‑dollar match up to $3,000
annually.
RETIREMENT: CalPERS Miscellaneous
(2% @ 55 Classic or 2% @ 62 PEPRA).
Life insurance, dental, vision, and
ancillary benefits included.
Relocation assistance may be
considered.
Search Schedule
Application Filing Deadline:..............................................March 13, 2026 Preliminary Screening of Applicants: .....................March 16 – 27, 2026) Presentation of Candidates to City Council:.....Week of March 30, 2026 Finalist Interviews:.................................................Week of April 13, 2026 Background & Reference Checks: ....................... Week of April 20, 2026 These dates have been confirmed, and it is recommended
that you plan your calendar accordingly.
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