James Reyes

James Reyes was nominated by City of Miami Mayor Eileen Higgins on December 29, 2025, and was sworn in as City Manager on January 12, 2026. In this role, he oversees approximately 5,031 city employees and an operating budget of $1.788 billion. Prior to his appointment, Reyes served in various public administration and municipal management capacities in South Florida. Detailed biographical information regarding his birthplace and educational background has not been widely documented in public records as of this profile's creation.

The City Manager of Miami serves as the chief administrative officer of the city, responsible for overseeing all municipal departments, implementing policies set by the Mayor and City Commission, and managing the city's daily operations. The City Manager directs a workforce of over 5,000 employees and administers an operating budget of approximately $1.788 billion. This appointed position reports to the Mayor and serves at the pleasure of the City Commission.