City of Santa Cruz Employee Directory
Government AdministrationCalifornia, United States501-1000 Employees
The City of Santa Cruz functions as the local government for the city, providing municipal governance and a broad range of public services to residents and businesses. As a mid-sized public sector employer, it is one of the largest employers in the community. City projects are described as complex and rooted in the city’s distinctive history, demographics, growing population, and environmental considerations. The city is based in Santa Cruz, California, located at the northern tip of Monterey Bay and framed by coastline, mountains, and redwood forests. Santa Cruz is the largest city in Santa Cruz County. In June 2025, the city partnered with the U.S. Coast Guard on a joint operation.