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Fire Chief
- 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California
- City of Costa Mesa, CA
$222,324
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
Senior Counsel (Complex Trial)
- Costa Mesa, California
- Tyson & Mendes
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Legal Services
Senior Analyst, Government Rates AI-Driven Compliance
- Costa Mesa, California
- Anduril
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Legal Services
Customer Assistance Representative Sr. - Enterprise John Wayne Airport
- Costa Mesa, California
- Enterprise Holdings
- Full Time
- Aviation or Harbor
Security Officer Foot Patrol
- Costa Mesa, California
- Phenom People
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Federal Materials Associate, FAR/DFAR (2nd Shift)
- Costa Mesa, California
- Anduril Industries
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Public Health
Federal Materials Associate, FAR/DFAR (1st Shift)
- Costa Mesa, California
- Anduril Industries
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Public Health
Federal Materials Associate, FAR/DFAR (2nd Shift)
- Costa Mesa, California
- Anduril
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Transportation or Transit
SAP/SCI Security Associate Assistant Officer
- Costa Mesa, California
- Anduril-1
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Sustainment Lead, Advanced Effects - DoD Logistics & Lifecycle
- Costa Mesa, California
- Slope
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Counterintelligence Analyst Lead
- Costa Mesa, California
- Slope
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Lead Counterintelligence Analyst
- Costa Mesa, California
- Slope
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Counterintelligence Analyst
- Costa Mesa, California
- Slope
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Federal Materials Associate, FAR/DFAR (1st Shift)
- Costa Mesa, California
- Anduril
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Public Health
Federal Materials Associate, FAR/DFAR (2nd Shift) Jobs
- Costa Mesa, California
- ClearanceJobs
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Transportation or Transit
Loss Prevention Detective
- Costa Mesa, California
- The TJX Companies
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Code Enforcement Officer (Solid Waste)
- Costa Mesa, California
- Costa Mesa Sanitary District, CA
- Full Time
- Criminology and Forensics
- Public Safety
Code Enforcement Officer
- Costa Mesa, California
- Office of Public Response
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Code Enforcement Officer (Solid Waste)
- Costa Mesa, California
- Office of Public Response
- Full Time
- Public Safety
UNIQLO Loss Prevention Agent (full time) - South Coast Plaza
- Costa Mesa, California
- Uniqlo
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Head of Ops & Growth for Defense Tech Business Line
- Costa Mesa, California
- Mosaic
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Security Officer 1 Graveyard
- Costa Mesa, California
- AAA
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Senior Counsel (Complex Trial - Remote)
- Costa Mesa, California
- Tyson & Mendes
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Legal Services
Truck Gate Security Officer
- Costa Mesa, California
- ANDY FRAIN SERVICES
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Standing Unarmed Guard
- Costa Mesa, California
- Master Guard Security
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Federal Materials Associate, FAR/DFAR (1st Shift) Jobs
- Costa Mesa, California
- ClearanceJobs
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Transportation or Transit
Entry-Level Customs and Border Protection Officer
- Costa Mesa, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Federal Government
Customs and Border Protection Officer
- Costa Mesa, California
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Federal Government
Security Officer 1 Graveyard
- Costa Mesa, California
- Auto Club Of Southern Calif
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Truck Gate Security Officer
- Costa Mesa, California
- ANDY FRAIN SERVICES
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Standing Armed Guard (PT or FT)
- Costa Mesa, California
- Master Guard Security
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Standing Armed Guard
- Costa Mesa, California
- Master Guard Security
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Security Guard (FT or PT)
- Costa Mesa, California
- Guardian National Security
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Standing Unarmed Guard (PT or FT)
- Costa Mesa, California
- Master Guard Security
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Truck Gate Security Officer
- Costa Mesa, California
- ANDY FRAIN SERVICES
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Governmental Entity Liability Associate
- Costa Mesa, California
- Talent Search PRO
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Legal Services

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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
- Roseville, California, United States
- https://www.peckhamandmckenney.com
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Fire Chief

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Federal Materials Associate, FAR/DFAR (2nd Shift)

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UNIQLO Loss Prevention Agent (full time) - South Coast Plaza

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