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Executive Level Recruitment

CPS HR specializes in the recruitment and selection of executive level professionals in key city, county, special district and non-profit management agencies. Working in partnership with the governing body or selection team, we develop customized executive recruitment strategies that focus on locating and recruiting qualified candidates who match the agency’s unique needs. Our experienced executive recruiters apply in-depth knowledge of public-agency operations, programs, and services to provide you with a guided experience resulting in the most qualified candidates.
Director of Finance
City of Richmond
$17,496.64 - $21,870.82 per month
First review of applications: June 16, 2025

City of Richmond, CA is seeking a Director of Finance.  Are you a proactive and visionary leader with a passion for municipal finance? We have an exciting executive-level management opportunity for a dynamic leader...

Utility Operator/Project Manager
City of Rancho Cucamonga
$82,584 - $111,384
First review of applications: June 19, 2025

The City of Rancho Cucamonga is seeking a Utility Operator/Project Manager. This newly created position reports directly to the Deputy Director of Electric Utility Services and serves as a Project Manager for capital distribution line...

Animal Services Director
City of Garland, TX
165,000 - $180,000+/- DOQ
Monday, June 16, 2025

The City of Garland is recruiting for a new Animal Services Director.  Under the direction of an Assistant City Manager, this vital leadership position will be responsible for planning, administering and directing...

Director of Finance
El Dorado Irrigation District
$15,405 - $18,725 per month
First review of applications: June 13, 2025

El Dorado Irrigation District is seeking a Director of Finance. The position works under administrative direction from the General Manager, having broad management authority for the day-to-day functions of the District’s Finance Department...

Street Transportation Director
City of Phoenix
Up to $228,758
Thursday, May 29, 2025

Phoenix is home to over 1.6 million people and is the 5th largest city in the United States.  The City is looking for their next Street Transportation Director.  Under the direction of the...

Transportation Manager
Mountainland Association of Governments
$125,000 - $155,000
First review of applications: June 2, 2025

Mountainland Association of Governments (MAG) is seeking a Transportation Manager.  MAG is looking for a candidate who will bring a blend of technical expertise, strategic planning acumen, and collaborative leadership to coordinate with...

Executive Director
City of Grand Rapids Retirement System
$110,908 - $145,796
First review of applications: June 5, 2025

The City of Grand Rapids Retirement Systems is seeking an Executive Director. The Executive Director oversees the operations of the retirement systems in compliance with local, state, and federal laws. The ideal candidate will...

General Manager
Goleta West Sanitary District
$215,000 - $290,000
Monday, May 19, 2025

The Goleta West Sanitary District (GWSD) is seeking a General Manager.  This position is appointed by and reports directly to the Board of Directors, serving as the chief executive of the District and is responsible for its...

Water Treatment Supervisor
El Dorado Irrigation District
$10,660.59-$12,958.01 per month
Open until filled

The El Dorado Irrigation District is seeking a Water Treatment Supervisor in the Operations Department. Under general direction, plans, organizes, directs and supervises the operation and maintenance of the District’s drinking water...

Director of Parks and Recreation
City of Golden
Jeremy Sweat
The City of Golden has selected Jeremy Sweat to assume the role of Director of Parks and Recreation. Mr. Sweat comes to the City previously serving as the Superintendent for Gateway Arch National Park. Mr. Sweat has 19 years' experience managing parks and protecting public lands, conservation, visitor use management, outdoor recreation, construction, contracting, and facility and grounds maintenance. He will begin in his role on June 23, 2025.
Programming Director
Ventura County Transportation Commission
Vanessa Schoenewald
Ventura County Transportation Commission has selected Vanessa Schoenewald to assume the role of Programming Director. Ms. Schoenewald comes to the Commission previously serving as the Chief of Fund Administration for San Bernardino County Transportation Authority. Ms. Schoenewald is an accomplished management leader with 12 years of experience in transportation programming and fund administration and has extensive experience collaborating with jurisdictions, transit operators, Caltrans, California Transportation Commission and staff. She will begin in her role on June 9th, 2025.
Fire Chief
Strasburg Fire Protection District
Scott Smith
Strasburg Fire Protection District has selected Scott Smith to assume the role of Fire Chief. Mr. Smith comes to the District previously serving as the Division Chief of Support Services for Cimarron Hills Fire Department. Mr. Smith has over thirty-five years of experience in fire service, with in depth knowledge of multiple aspects of Special Operations, Rope Rescue, Vehicle Extrication, Water Rescue, EMS, Special Events, and Wildland Fire Operations. He will begin in his role on June 2nd, 2025.
City Manager
City of Arvada, CO
Don Wick
The City of Arvada has selected Don Wick to assume the role of City Manager. Mr. Wick comes to the City previously serving as the Deputy City Manager for the City of Arvada. Mr. Wick's career trajectory, from Chief of Police to Director of Public Works to Deputy City Manager, reflects his ability to lead complex municipal operations, drive innovative policy, and foster strong relationships with key stakeholders. He will begin in his role on May 17, 2025.
Deputy Executive Director
Housing Authority of the County of Alameda (HACA)
Kemit Mawakana
Housing Authority of the County of Alameda has selected Kemit Mawakana to assume the role of Deputy Executive Director. Mr. Mawakana comes to the Authority previously serving as the Residential Development Division Manager for City of San Jose. Mr. Mawakana brings over two decades of experience, leadership and subject matter expertise to the position. He will begin in his role on May 12.
Fire Chief
City of Southlake
Shannon Langford
The City of Southlake has selected Shannon Langford to assume the role of Fire Chief. Mr. Langford comes to the City previously serving as the Assistant Chief of Operations for the City of Farmers Branch Fire Department. Mr. Langford has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to servant leadership, operational excellence, and community engagement. His extensive background includes building high-performing teams, developing innovative training programs such as advanced medical and fire tactical simulations, and leading mental health and peer support initiatives to support first responders. He will begin in his role on May 5, 2025.
Chief of Maintenance & Skilled Trades
East Bay Regional Park District
Chris Wyckoff
East Bay Regional Park District has selected Chris Wyckoff to assume the role of Chief of Maintenance & Skilled Trades. Mr. Wyckoff comes to the Park District previously serving as the Director of Facilities and Asset Management for the Town of Mooresville. Mr. Wyckoff is a strategic operations leader and experienced department head with a vast skill set covering project management, departmental planning, budget management, capital improvement planning, contract management, asset management, supervision and leadership, and policy creation. He will begin in his role on April 28, 2025.
Assistant Chief Financial Officer
City of Georgetown, TX
Sarah Moody
City of Georgetown has selected Sarah Moody to assume the role of Assistant Chief Financial Officer. Ms. Moody comes to the city previously serving as the Budget Manager for the City of Round Rock, Ms. Moody has a proven history of success in building finance programs and capitalizing on process improvement opportunities to drive meaningful and cost-effective change within local government and nonprofit organizations. She will begin in her role on April 21, 2025.
Executive Director for the Sacramento Water Forum
City of Sacramento, CA
Ashlee Casey
City of Sacramento has selected Ashlee Casey to assume the role of Executive Director for the Sacramento Water Forum. Ms. Casey was previously serving as the Interim Executive Director for the comes to the Sacramento Water Forum. She will begin in her role immediately.
Assistant City Manager
City of Oklahoma City
Brent Bryant
The City of Oklahoma City has selected Brent Bryant to assume the role of Assistant City Manager. Mr. Bryant comes to the City previously serving as the Chief Financial Officer for the City of Oklahoma City. Mr. Bryant has an extensive history of providing executive leadership, mentoring, finical stewardship, and strategic planning. He will begin in his role Immediately.
Director of Parks, Recreation & Open Space
City of Aurora, CO
Brian Green
The City of Aurora has selected Brian Green to assume the role of Director of Parks, Recreation & Open Space. Mr. Green comes to the City previously serving as the Deputy Director of Operations, Parks, Open Space, and Forestry for Aurora. Mr. Green has extensive experience and a history of proposing and implementing effective reorganization of operating groups to balance efficiencies and improve team culture. He will begin in his role Immediately.
Director of Utilities
The Port of Oakland
Andre Basler
The Port of Oakland has selected Andre Basler to assume the role of JOB TITLE. Mr. Basler comes to the Port previously serving as the Assistant General Manager of Engineering and Operations at Alameda Municipal Power. Mr. Basler brings 25 years of experience in the energy and utilities industry to the Port. His experience will be essential to maintaining the Port of Oakland as a leader in clean energy and technology innovation. He will begin in his role on April 15, 2025.

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