Mayor of Jerusalem

Mayor of the City of Jerusalem
Seal of the City of Jerusalem
Incumbent Moshe Lion since 4 December 2018
Residence	1 Safra Square, Jerusalem
Term length	5 years
Formation	1867
Website	Office of the Mayor

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The Mayor of the City of Jerusalem is head of the executive branch of the political system in Jerusalem. The mayor's office administers all city services, public property, most public agencies, and enforces all city and state laws within Jerusalem. The term of office is five years.

The mayor's office is located in Safra Square; it has jurisdiction over all the city's neighborhoods. The mayor appoints many officials, including deputy mayors and city departments directors.