Cupertino City Manager

City of Cupertino, California Cupertino, of City City Manager City

Search Schedule development and maintain • CalPERS 2.7% @ 55 PERS Retirement. strong regional cooperation City pays 6% of the employee Resume filing date ...... June 8, 2012 and partnerships. contribution and the employee pays the Preliminary Interviews ...... June 11-19, 2012 remaining 2%. Given anticipated future Recommendation of Candidates...... June 20, 2012 • CalPERS 1959 Survivor Benefit. development in Cupertino, Final Interview Process...... June 29 and 30, 2012 • Choice of health insurance with the it is expected that the Anticipated Start Date...... September 4, 2012 employee’s premium paid by the City in new City Manager will have the ability to manage addition to portion of family premium. large projects, take a visionary approach, and be These dates have been confirmed, and it is • Fully paid vision, life, and disability recommended that you plan your calendar accordingly. in tune with long-term issues. The City Manager insurance. will be a hands-on manager, sensitive to fiscal • Partially paid dental insurance. responsibility, and utilizing technology in the • Fully paid Employee Assistance Program. best manner for efficient and effective service. • Annual Leaves - 10 to 22 days of vacation annually based on years of service with credit The Recruitment Process The selected candidate will possess proven To apply for this outstanding career leadership and management abilities as well as given for previous employment in the public opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter electronically to: a solid knowledge and understanding of local sector; 12 holidays, 20 hours of floating holiday; government services. The ideal candidate will 40 hours of administrative leave; and 96 hours of Peckham & McKenney sick leave annually. have proven experience in municipal finance/ [email protected] • $350 monthly auto allowance. budgeting, economic development, and land use Resumes are acknowledged within two • Deferred compensation plan available. as well as communication and collaboration. Most business days. Call Bobbi Peckham toll-free • Sports Center Membership and $400 credit at (866) 912-1919 for more information. importantly, the City Manager will be sensitive to towards City recreation activities and programs and respectful of a diverse community. A Bachelor’s annually. degree in public or business administration or related • Generous Housing Assistance. field is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.

The Compensation Salary is dependent upon the qualifications of the selected candidate. In addition, the City of Cupertino provides a competitive package of benefits, including: www.peckhamandmckenney.com renewal and creek restoration, The Community a future Main Street project, The City of Cupertino is located against the Rosebowl groundbreaking, foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains at Homestead Shopping Center the heart of the world famous Silicon Valley. upgrade, Crossroads Retail Around the world, Cupertino is renowned as upgrade, Cupertino Village, and Apple Campus • Create a the headquarters of high-tech giant, Apple 2. With its strong community values and healthy positive, Inc., as well as over 60 other Silicon Valley economic base, Cupertino will continue to move professional companies. With 58,000 residents, Cupertino forward enhancing innovative solutions, creating environment has one of the most diverse, progressive, and partnerships, and exploring relationships for a based upon technologically savvy populations in Northern better tomorrow. To learn more about the City teamwork. California, and the City is committed to of Cupertino, please visit www.cupertino.org. • As a team, being a model multicultural community. provide the From its beginnings as a robust agricultural City Government highest level district to a thriving residential and high-tech Swept up in Santa Clara Valley’s postwar of satisfaction in all programs and services. A built-out community, Cupertino faces issues center, the City of Cupertino has carefully population explosion in the late 1940’s, concerned relating to land use, development, traffic developed and nurtured the community within community leaders began a drive that led congestion, and environmental sustainability, its 11 square miles. Meticulously groomed to incorporation in 1955. A general law city, and the City continues to strive for increased neighborhoods and well-designed office and Cupertino has a City Council/Manager form of transparency and communication to its shopping complexes are hallmarks of this government. The Cupertino City Council has residents and businesses alike. The City has vibrant community. The City has successfully five members elected at large to overlapping, four- won numerous professional awards including blended high tech companies with family- year terms, and it is subject to term limits. The the California League’s Advancement of Diverse friendly neighborhoods, well-maintained Council members themselves elect the Mayor Communities, Helen Putnam Awards, yearly budget parks, and beautiful open space preserves. The and Vice Mayor for a term of one year. The and financial reporting awards, and an IPMA combination of innovation, education, and Council appoints the City Manager and City Outstanding Small Agency Organization of the Year. collaboration make Cupertino a desirable location Attorney, and Cupertino has had only four City for residents, businesses, and visitors alike. Managers since 1955. Helping to guide the City’s continued development and quality of life are The Position An award-winning public school system This career opportunity is available following a dozen commissions including Planning, Fine has drawn residents from all over the world. the successful 12-year tenure of David Knapp, Arts, Technology Information & Communication, Education is a strong community value; more than who has recently accepted a similar position out Parks & Recreation, Housing, Teen, Library, half of the residents hold college degrees, and the of state. In discussions with members of the Bicycle & Pedestrian, and Public Safety. high school graduation rate of 95% is one of the City Council as well as management team, the highest in the country. Elementary schools are Cupertino enjoys a talented and collaborative following attributes and experience were noted consistently in the 10th highest performing in the management team, appointed by the to be components of the ideal candidate profile. state, with 11 schools recognized as distinguished City Manager, that includes a Director of The desired candidate for the position of City schools in 2010. The City’s high schools are on Administrative Services, Director of Parks and Manager is a collaborative and proactive leader Newsweek Magazine’s list of top high schools in Recreation, Director of Community Development, who has the experience and the ability to be the nation; 77% of high school graduates enter and Director of Public Works. The organizational fair, balanced, and keep Council members college immediately upon graduation. Top ranked structure is relatively flat and flexible, thereby equally informed. The Manager will possess De Anza College offers outstanding opportunities allowing efficiencies through team building. an honest and thoughtful approach to working as well as other nearby institutions of higher The City currently has 163 full-time employees with the Council and will provide counsel and learning, including Stanford University and others. and an annual City budget of $67.4 million, recommendations based upon proven experience. which includes a General Fund Budget of $43.9 Cupertino is a city that is rich in cultural diversity The City Manager will have the ability to million. The City contracts with the Santa Clara with over 64% Asian and 30% Caucasian evaluate and offer alternative ideas and will County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement residents. Superb restaurants offer International partner with the Council to identify solutions. services, and fire protection services are provided fare including Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, by the Santa Clara County Fire Department. While leading a skilled professional staff, the Korean, Indian, French, and Italian cuisine. City Manager will set the tone and maintain an Cupertino’s lush social tapestry includes a range Cupertino is fiscally strong and has the luxury organizational culture that embraces teamwork, of parades and festivals, such as the Silicon Valley of strong sales and property tax revenues. The respect, equality, and collaboration. The Manager Fall Festival, Cherry Blossom Festival, Diwali City has proactively addressed the economic will be an advocate for and empower staff, as Festival of Lights, World Journal Mother’s downturn and has successfully maintained a well as promote accountability throughout Day Festival, and Tournament of Bands. responsible level of services. Cupertino enjoys the the organization. The selected Manager will highest possible credit rating, a balanced budget, The City of Cupertino continues to achieve great be personable, visible, and approachable. and general fund reserves of $14.4 million. accomplishments with the Stevens Creek trail The new City Manager will understand and Cupertino’s Basic Core Values: embrace the uniqueness and diversity that • Provide prompt, courteous and equitable service Cupertino brings and will be willing to serve as that responds to individual needs. an active and visible member of the community. • Treat each customer and employee with respect, It is desired that the City Manager reach out to dignity and sensitivity. the community in order to keep residents and • Support and encourage individual professional business owners equally apprised and informed. growth and innovation to enhance customer It is expected that the City Manager will be service and employee satisfaction. accessible and responsive to the public and

City of Cupertino, California Cupertino, of City City Manager City