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Fire Chief
- 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California
- City of Costa Mesa, CA
$222,324
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
Police Officer
- Costa Mesa, California
- The United States Secret Service
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Police Officer (Experienced & Academy Graduates)
- Costa Mesa, California
- GovernmentJobs.com
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Police Reserve Officer (LEVEL I)
- Costa Mesa, California
- GovernmentJobs.com
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Police Officer (Experienced & Academy Graduates)
- Costa Mesa, California
- City of Costa Mesa, CA
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced
- Costa Mesa, California
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level
- Costa Mesa, California
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level
- Costa Mesa, California
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
SIU Field Investigator - Orange County
- Costa Mesa, California
- GEICO
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Optics & Sensors Global Sourcing Lead
- Costa Mesa, California
- Slope
- Full Time
- Federal Government
2026 Junior Analyst, Threat Intelligence
- Costa Mesa, California
- Anduril
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Border Patrol Agent
- Costa Mesa, California
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced
- Costa Mesa, California
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Experienced Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Costa Mesa, California
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Costa Mesa, California
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent (GL-9/GS-11) – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Costa Mesa, California
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
2026 Junior Analyst, Threat Intelligence
- Costa Mesa, California
- Anduril Industries
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Border Patrol Agent - Entry Level
- Costa Mesa, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Staff Global Sourcing Manager, Energetics/Munitions Jobs
- Costa Mesa, California
- ClearanceJobs
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Staff Global Sourcing Manager, Optics
- Costa Mesa, California
- Anduril
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced Jobs
- Costa Mesa, California
- ClearanceJobs
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Head of Mission Readiness, Tactical Recon & Strike
- Costa Mesa, California
- Anduril
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent: Protect the Border, Build a Career
- Costa Mesa, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent Entry Level - New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- Costa Mesa, California
- Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Costa Mesa, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced Jobs
- Costa Mesa, California
- Clearance Jobs
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Nuclear Engineer
- Costa Mesa, California
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management

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Fire Chief
- 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California United States
- City of Costa Mesa, CA
- Aug 18, 2026
- $222,324 - Full Time
City of Costa Mesa, CA

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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- $222,324
- Full Time
- Aug 18, 2026
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Fire Chief

City of Costa Mesa, CA

Known as the “City of the Arts,” the City of Costa Mesa, with its diverse population of over 111,000 residents, stands as one of California’s most eclectic and vibrant communities.

Featuring 32 neighborhood and community parks; a dynamic blend of traditional, trend‑setting, and innovative restaurants; world‑renowned shopping destinations; and the iconic Orange County Fair (just to name a few of the City’s special attributes), the City of Costa Mesa is a special and unique community to live, work and visit.

For leading the Fire Department, the City is seeking a fire professional who is motivated by public service, recognizes the Department’s success is founded on the success of the City, works collaboratively with others, embraces teamwork and collaboration, is progressive and creative, cultivates strong community ties, supports professional development, leads by example, and serves as a leader in intergovernmental relations throughout the region. The typical background for a successful Chief is extensive experience in fire suppression and prevention work, including supervisory and administrative experience; graduation from a 4-year college with major coursework in fire science, public administration, or a closely related field; Certification as a Chief Fire Officer by the California State Board of Fire Services; and knowledge of the principles, practices and equipment of modern fire department administration for the protection of life and property.

The City offers a competitive salary of $222,324 up to $297,924 based on experience and qualifications, plus a competitive benefit health and retirement package.

To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please visit our website at:

Peckham & McKenney

www.peckhamandmckenney.com

Resumes are acknowledged within two business days. Call Tony Dahlerbruch at (866) 912-1919 for more information. A detailed brochure is available at www.peckhamandmckenney.com.

Filing deadline is September 18, 2026.

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City of Costa Mesa, CA

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.
City of Costa Mesa, CA
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