Executive Search,
Recruitment & Selection

Engineering Manager

Coachella Valley Water District

$179,832 - $251,088

First review of applications: March 30, 2026

Director of Engineering

Coachella Valley Water District

$245,280 - $322,812

First review of applications: March 30, 2026

City Engineer

City of Grand Rapids

$140,195 - $184,384 (effective July 1, 2026, the pay range increases 4 percent)

Open Until Filled

Deputy Director, Operations & Maintenance – Domestic, Electrical and Electronics

Coachella Valley Water District

$187,092 - $246,252

Open Until Filled - We encourage you to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time.

Chief Financial Officer

City of Vancouver

$158,532 - $277,440

First review of applications: March 23, 2026

Director of Public Works

City of Southlake

$150,000 to $200,000

Monday, March 9, 2026

Executive Officer

Local Agency Formation Commission of Monterey County (LAFCO)

$175,000 - $225,000

Open Until Filled, First Resume Review: March 6, 2026

Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities Director

City of Mesa

$158,828 - $212,284

First Resume Review on March 13, 2026

Director

California Correctional Training and Rehabilitation Authority

$16,060-17,891 per month

March 15, 2026

General Manager - Recreation and Parks Department

City and County of San Francisco

$257,114 - $328,068

First Resume Review on March 6, 2026

General Manager

Amador Water Agency

$219,000 - $274,000

First Resume Review on March 9, 2026

City Controller

City of Compton

$163,249 -$191,423

First Resume Review on March 9, 2026

Line Maintenance Superintendent

City of Oklahoma City

$100,286.64 to $153,217.44

Monday, March 2, 2026

Chief Building Official

City of East Palo Alto

$157,151.04 - $191,018.07

First review of applications: February 27, 2026

District Administrator

Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District

$132,584 - $164,322

First review of applications: February 23, 2026

Engineering Manager

Coachella Valley Water District

$179,832 - $251,088

First review of applications: March 30, 2026

Director of Engineering

Coachella Valley Water District

$245,280 - $322,812

First review of applications: March 30, 2026

City Engineer

City of Grand Rapids

$140,195 - $184,384 (effective July 1, 2026, the pay range increases 4 percent)

Open Until Filled

Deputy Director, Operations & Maintenance – Domestic, Electrical and Electronics

Coachella Valley Water District

$187,092 - $246,252

Open Until Filled - We encourage you to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time.

Chief Financial Officer

City of Vancouver

$158,532 - $277,440

First review of applications: March 23, 2026

Director of Public Works

City of Southlake

$150,000 to $200,000

Monday, March 9, 2026

Executive Director

Central Coast Water Authority

Peter Thompson

Central Coast Water Authority has selected Peter Thompson to assume the role of Executive Director. Mr. Thompson brings 25 years of leadership experience in California’s water sector, with a proven track record in advancing regional and state-level water initiatives. Previously serving as the assistant general manager of the Antelope Valley–East Kern Water Agency (AVEK). He has extensive expertise in State Water Project governance, interagency collaboration and complex water resource strategy and has worked closely with California Department of Water Resources leadership, legislators, boards and regulatory agencies to ensure reliable water supplies for communities. Dedicated to finding common ground at the intersection of water supply operations, multiagency governance and state-level policy, Thompson champions cooperative solutions for California’s water future. He will begin serving as associate director from Feb. 9, 2026, to May 14, 2026, before becoming the Executive Director on May 15, 2026.

Executive Director / Chief Executive Officer

Health District of Northern Larimer County

Brian Ferrans

The Health District of Northern Larimer County has selected Brian Ferrans to assume the role of Executive Director / Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Ferrans comes to the District previously serving as the Deputy Executive Director for Summitstone Health Partners. Mr. Ferrans has over 15 years of experience and is devoted to advancing community health through partnership, innovation, and inclusive leadership — values that align squarely with the Health District’s purpose and values. He will begin in his role on March 23, 2026.

General Manager

Reclamation District 1000

Scott Brown

Reclamation District 1000 has selected Scott Brown to assume the role of General Manager. Mr. Brown comes to the District previously serving as the Principal Engineer for Larsen Wurzel & Associates. Mr. Brown has been a practicing engineer for over 28 years, with extensive experience in water resources planning and engineering focused on flood control, agricultural irrigation, reservoir operations and dam safety, including evaluations, planning and design, and construction management support. He will begin in his role on February 16, 2026.

Assistant Town Manager

Town of Munster

Daniel Reyes

Town of Munster has selected Daniel Reyes to assume the role of Assistant Town Manager. Mr. Reyes comes to the Town previously serving as the County Administrator for Teton County. Mr. Reyes is a seasoned local government leader who combines hands-on operational management and fiscal discipline with a collaborative, community-centered approach—bringing big-picture strategic vision while staying grounded in the day-to-day realities of municipal service. hE will begin in his role on February 10th.

Director of Risk Management

Contra Costa County

Susan Brajkovic

The Contra Costa County has selected Susan Brajkovic to assume the role of Director of Risk Management. Ms. Brajkovic comes to Contra Costa County, previously serving as the Principal/Owner for Brajkovic Consulting. Ms. Brajkovic has more than 30 years of healthcare and public-sector experience, including over 15 years of executive leadership in enterprise risk management, liability and property claims oversight, workers’ compensation collaboration, insurance and self-insurance program administration, loss control, and regulatory compliance within complex and high-risk environments. She will begin in her role on February 4, 2026.

City Attorney

City of Sacramento

Gus Martinez

The City of Sacramento has selected Gus Martinez to assume the role of City Attorney. Mr. Martinez comes to the City previously serving as the Interim City Attorney for the City of Sacramento. Mr. Martinez Has served the City for 28 years, and has developed a deep understanding of Sacramento’s legal, policy, and operational landscape. He will begin in his role on immediately.

Pamela Derby

Manager/Executive Recruiter

916-471-3126

Kylie Wilson

Principal Consultant – Executive Search

916-471-3325

Abby Ackers

Senior Executive Recruiter

916-471-3422

Fatima Nukic

Associate Executive Recruiter

916-471-3308

Rachael Danke

Associate Executive Recruiter

916-471-3323

David Niemeyer

Executive Recruiter

916-471-3366

Gloria Timmons

Executive Recruiter

916-471-3461

Maricarmen Peoples

Executive Recruiter

916-263-3600

Christina Batorski Peacock

Manager

916-471-3426

Edward Sisson

Senior HR Consultant

916-471-3362

Heather Moore

HR Consultant

916-471-3422

Cheri Fairchild

Project Consultant

916-263-3600

Michael Morrison

HR Consultant

916-471-3411

Debbie Gutman

Senior HR Consultant

916-471-3364

Katovia Reeves

Project Consultant II

916-263-3600

Layla Mansfield

Senior Consultant

916-471-3190

Kristin Morris

Principal HR Consultant

(916) 471-3405

Teddi Anderson

Project Consultant/Recruiter

Erich WonSavage

Principal Executive Recruiter

916-471-3115