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Job Description
Public Works Director
City of Burbank, CA
The City of Burbank, nestled between the Hollywood Hills and the Verdugo Mountains, is seeking its next Public Works Director. With 106,000 residents and a daytime population of nearly 200,000, Burbank blends small-town charm with world-class opportunities. Known as the “Media Capital of the World,” the City is also advancing transformative capital projects, including a new civic center library, renovations to Izay Park, a dog park, and enhancements to the Starlight Bowl.
Public Works is one of Burbank’s largest departments, with a $127 million budget, 212 employees, and responsibility for roads, storm drains, public buildings, fleet, waste management, and wastewater. The Director will oversee $31.5 million in active capital projects while leading five divisions and serving as a key member of the Executive Team.
The City seeks an enthusiastic, dynamic, and solutions-oriented leader with strong technical expertise and public works management experience.
Salary range: $205,210 – $269,852 plus excellent executive benefits.
Apply by October 23, 2025 at www.peckhamandmckenney.com.
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Job Requirements
see above
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Special Instructions
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Peckham & McKenney
Show moreWith over 50 years of combined experience in executive search, management and local government, Peckham & McKenney brings a high level of understanding and service to their clients and candidates.
Peckham & McKenney provides Executive Search and Consulting services to local government agencies throughout the Western United States and is headquartered in Sacramento, CA, with an office in Lake Tahoe and a presence in Denver, CO.
Peckham & McKenney was established on the premise that an executive search and consulting firm must be dedicated to providing its clients and candidates with professional service, as well as a personal, hands-on approach. Our business philosophy centers upon the understanding that this is a "people" oriented industry and that attention to others' needs is the key to providing excellent customer service. Not only are we committed to providing our clients with well-qualified candidates, but we also take pride in treating both clients and candidates with the utmost respect that they deserve.
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