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Job Description
City Attorney
City of Tracy, CA
The City of Tracy seeks a strategic, solutions-oriented legal leader to serve as its next City Attorney. This high-impact role involves advising the newly constituted City Council and executive leadership team on critical legal and policy matters that shape the city’s future.
Tracy, home to nearly 100,000 residents, blends small-town charm with big-city opportunity in the heart of California’s Central Valley. With a thriving economy, top-rated schools, and a strong sense of community, Tracy offers an exceptional quality of life while serving as a key hub for industry, commerce, and innovation.
The ideal candidate is an experienced municipal law expert with deep knowledge of land use, real estate, public contracts, procurement, labor relations, and regulatory compliance. This is your opportunity if you are a collaborative, engaged, solutions-oriented leader who offers straightforward strategic counsel to help city leaders navigate complex legal challenges. The next City Attorney will mentor and develop a high-performing team and be a trusted advisor, thus shaping the future of an organization and community.
A Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school, at least seven years of municipal or related legal experience, and an active CA State Bar license are typical ways to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position. Prior experience as a City Attorney, Assistant City Attorney, or outside counsel serving municipal clients is preferred. The annual salary is $289,600, with an excellent benefits package, including CalPERS retirement, a 9/80 work schedule, and relocation assistance.
If you are passionate about public service and ready to make a lasting impact, apply now to become Tracy’s next City Attorney!
Peckham & McKenney
Resumes are acknowledged within two business days. For more information, call Danielle Noble at (866) 912-1919 or email danielle@peckhamandmckenney.com. A detailed brochure is available at www.peckhamandmckenney.com.
The filing deadline is March 27, 2025.
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Job Requirements
see above
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Special Instructions
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Peckham & McKenney
Show moreWith over 50 years of combined experience in executive search, management and local government, Peckham & McKenney brings a high level of understanding and service to their clients and candidates.
Peckham & McKenney provides Executive Search and Consulting services to local government agencies throughout the Western United States and is headquartered in Sacramento, CA, with an office in Lake Tahoe and a presence in Denver, CO.
Peckham & McKenney was established on the premise that an executive search and consulting firm must be dedicated to providing 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" oriented industry and that attention to others' needs is the key to providing excellent customer service. Not only are we committed to providing our clients with well-qualified candidates, but we also take pride in treating both clients and candidates with the utmost respect that they deserve.
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