Assistant Community Development Director (20772810)

Job Description

A full announcement is available through
Teri Black & Company, LLC

Burlingame seeks an experienced planning professional to serve as Assistant Community Development Director, to lead the Planning Division, and collaborate on cross-organizational projects. This hands-on manager will oversee current and advanced planning, serve as staff liaison to the Planning Commission, and manage complex projects.

The ideal candidate will be a knowledgeable, credible planning professional with strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. This collaborative leader will bring expertise in contemporary urban planning practices and California’s evolving legal framework, along with the political acumen to work effectively with the community and elected and appointed officials. Successful candidates will have seven (7) years of progressively responsible municipal planning experience, including three (3) years in a supervisory role, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

The closing date for this recruitment is midnight, Sunday, September 27, 2026. To be considered for this opportunity, upload a compelling cover letter, resume, and list of six professional references using the “Apply Now” feature at
www.tbcrecruiting.com
. This is a confidential process and will be handled accordingly throughout the various stages of the process.

Following the closing date, applicants with the most relevant qualifications will be granted preliminary interviews by the consultants. Candidates deemed to be the best qualified will be invited to participate in additional interviews and a meeting with the City Manager. The City anticipates making an appointment in a timely manner, once negotiations and background and reference checks are completed. Please note that references will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.

Please reach out to Suzanne Mason of Teri Black & Company, LLC at 562-631-2500 or
suzanne@tbcrecruiting.com
with any questions regarding this recruitment.

Job Announcement URL:

https://jobs-tbc-2020.s3.amazonaws.com/1843/files-Burlingame%20Asst.%20Community...

Job Description URL:

https://www.burlingame.org/DocumentCenter/View/9481/Assistant-Community-Developm...

Closing Date/Time: 9/27/2026 at 11:59pm