Peckham & McKenney

  • Human Resources Director/Risk Manager

  • City of Brentwood
  • Brentwood, California United States View Map

Summary

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a high performing team in an agency committed to providing exceptional municipal services? Are you a hands-on public sector human resources leader with a proven track record of being a strategic partner and advisor to the City Manager and Department Heads & Managers? If so, you should apply for this opportunity today!

The City of Brentwood, the jewel of Contra Costa County, is one of the Bay Area’s fastest growing and most dynamic communities. The City is a great place to live and work and a place to enjoy extraordinary views of majestic Mt. Diablo, the bounty of fresh fruits and produce from the rich agricultural area adjacent to the City, and the recreational opportunities of the Delta.

Job Description

In addition to being an empathetic and kind leader, the ideal candidate will have strong public sector human resources and risk management skills. The ability to wear multiple hats and to effectively triage and solve a variety of complex HR issues is critical.

Job Requirements

Requires the equivalent completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in human resources management, business or public administration, industrial psychology, or a related field and eight years of increasingly responsible municipal human resources experience including three years of administrative and management experience in a variety of human resources disciplines. Professional human resources certifications such as IPMA-SCP, SHRM-SCP, RMP, and RIMS-CRMP are desirable.

The annual salary range for this at-will position is $222,640 - $270,621, depending on qualifications and experience. The City offers an outstanding benefits package that includes 6.35% management incentive pay, deferred compensation contribution matching, fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee with significant contributions towards family premiums, and a generous paid leave program.

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 October 4, 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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