With a local government career spanning over three decades, Jose Jasso brings a wealth of experience and passion to his current role as Assistant City Manager for the City of Manteca. 

Jasso’s journey began as a part-time employee with the City of Manteca in 1984 and later transitioned to full-time status in 1987.

In 2016, he left Manteca and served several other cities, including Santa Clara as Assistant City Clerk and Rio Vista as Assistant City Manager and City Clerk.

 In 2022, an opportunity to return to the City of Manteca arose, and he was appointed Interim Assistant City Manager and later was appointed to the permanent position.

“I came back to work in Manteca because, for me, this is my home,” Jasso said. “My mom still lives here; my sister works for a local high school. I went to high school and grammar school here. I wanted to give back to the City that gave me so much.”

As Assistant City Manager, Jasso oversees key departments including Legislative Services/ City Clerk, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Recreation Services.

His responsibilities encompass a wide range of projects and tasks, from ensuring the efficient operations of City departments to providing day-to-day administrative support to the City Manager.

Jasso has a deep-rooted connection to Manteca and enjoys working behind the scenes to help accomplish the City Council’s goals and priorities.

 He believes in the strength and capabilities of Team Manteca and is dedicated to implementing policies and procedures to help ensure Manteca’s success well into the future. 

Beyond his professional endeavors, he is actively involved in various organizations, including serving as the Vice President – Northern California Cities Self Insurance Fund, a joint power authority; Board Member – Community Action Partnership of Solano, a joint power authority; City Clerks Association of California – Past President; City Clerks Association of California – Board Member (2011-2018); City Clerks Association of California where he served as Mentor to CMC candidates; and the International Institute of Municipal Clerks.

Jasso holds an associate’s degree from Modesto Junior College and graduated with honors from the University of San Francisco with a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Behavior in 1997.  

In his leisure time, Jasso indulges his love for dogs by raising and showing miniature Schnauzers and spending quality time with family and friends.