Public Works Director
Peckham & McKenney Burbank, CA, USA
- Location: Burbank, CA, USA
- Categories: Engineering, Public Works, Water and Wastewater Treatment
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Sep 23, 2025
Job Description:
Public Works Director
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.