The city’s chief executive. Runs every city department, hires department heads and writes the proposed annual budget the Council votes on. In Phoenix’s council-manager structure this unelected official, not the Mayor, controls operations.
Ed Zuercher
| Office | Mayor's Office |
|---|---|
| Office | Phoenix City Manager |
| Party | Appointed |
| Term | No fixed term; serves at the pleasure of the Mayor and Council. Returned to the role in November 2025 |
| Contact | 602-262-3111Official Page |
| Verified | September 2026 |