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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
Now Hiring: Security Professionals (Walk-Ins Welcome)
- Costa Mesa, California
- Metro One LPSG
- 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
Onsite Military Tech Training Lead
- Costa Mesa, California
- Anduril Industries
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Guard
- Costa Mesa, California
- Cla-Val
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Dispatcher
- Costa Mesa, California
- Benrich Service
- Full Time
- Facilities Management
- Federal Government
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
Production Technician, Missiles
- Costa Mesa, California
- Anduril
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Multi Family Fire Estimator
- Costa Mesa, California
- NP Mechanical Rice Services
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
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 (1st Shift) Jobs
- Costa Mesa, California
- ClearanceJobs
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Transportation or Transit
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

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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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- https://www.peckhamandmckenney.com
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Fire Chief

Senior Counsel (Complex Trial)

Senior Analyst, Government Rates AI-Driven Compliance

Customer Assistance Representative Sr. - Enterprise John Wayne Airport

Security Officer Foot Patrol

Now Hiring: Security Professionals (Walk-Ins Welcome)

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

Federal Materials Associate, FAR/DFAR (1st Shift)

Onsite Military Tech Training Lead

Guard

Dispatcher

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

SAP/SCI Security Associate Assistant Officer

Sustainment Lead, Advanced Effects - DoD Logistics & Lifecycle

Counterintelligence Analyst Lead

Production Technician, Missiles

Multi Family Fire Estimator

Lead Counterintelligence Analyst

Counterintelligence Analyst

Federal Materials Associate, FAR/DFAR (1st Shift)

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Loss Prevention Detective

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