Medford City Manager Recruitment Underway

Published on July 07, 2026

The City of Medford is seeking its next City Manager following Interim City Manager John Vial's retirement at the conclusion of his contract in November.

Reporting directly to the Mayor and City Council, the City Manager serves as the City's Chief Executive Officer and is responsible for leading all municipal operations. The position translates Council priorities into action, oversees the implementation of strategic initiatives, and ensures the efficient delivery of services to more than 90,000 residents.

Some of the key priorities for the next City Manager include:

• Continuing implementation of the Medford 2040 Vision and Council goals while aligning organizational resources and priorities.
• Leading downtown revitalization efforts, including Creekside Quarter, conference center development, housing opportunities, and business attraction initiatives.
• Supporting infrastructure investments, such as the Regional Water Reclamation Facility upgrade, the South Stage Road Interchange, and Transportation System Plan implementation.
• Building strong relationships throughout the community and region, serving as a visible, approachable leader who brings people together around common goals.

This is an opportunity for a strategic, relationship-focused leader who can build trust, align people around common goals, and guide a growing community through a period of progress and investment. 

To view the recruitment brochure, click here. To learn more or apply, click here.