Peckham & McKenney

  • Public Works Director/Town Engineer

  • Town of Ross
  • Ross, California United States View Map

Summary

Are you a hands-on public works professional and PE? Are you a pro-active problem solver with a proven track record of delivering projects? If so, the lovely Town of Ross is looking for YOU! Apply today!

 The Town of Ross is located in the County of Marin, California approximately 13 miles north of San Francisco over the Golden Gate Bridge. Ross is 1.6 square miles and has approximately 2,550 residents. Town Center includes the wonderful Ross Common, the nationally renowned Ross School and the charming, albeit small, Ross commercial area.

Job Description

This position requires a truly outstanding person, who aspires to excellence in customer service and community engagement, is a committed team player, is politically astute, and has a strong background in public works and engineering. In addition, the selected candidate must be a hands-on manager who is well versed in the day-to-day operations of a municipal public works department. Ideally, but not required, the successful candidate will be knowledgeable about floodplain projects and/or projects along suburban waterways.

Job Requirements

Requires the equivalent of six years of increasingly responsible civil engineering experience in municipal or county government, with at least three years in a supervisory capacity, and Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university. A master’s degree in a field related to the role is preferred but not required. Candidates must possess a State of California Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer. California Registration as a Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) is desirable.

 The annual salary for this position is $179,340 - $207,612, depending on qualifications. The Town offers an outstanding benefit package including fully paid medical insurance for the employee and family, auto and cell phone allowances, a robust leave program, and flexible work schedule.

 

Special Instructions

Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.

Please submit your compelling cover letter and resume (including month/year of employment) via our website:

Peckham & McKenney

www.peckhamandmckenney.com

 

Resumes acknowledged within two business days.  Call Roberta Greathouse at (831) 998-3194 for more information.  A detailed brochure is available at www.peckhamandmckenney.com.

 The filing deadline is September 20, 2026.

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Peckham & McKenney

With 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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