The City of Piedmont is a largely residential 1.7-square-mile charter city. Residents are civic-minded and embrace traditions while also looking for opportunities to innovate and grow together as a community. With approximately 11,000 residents, the City is located in the beautiful Oakland hills, overlooking the San Francisco Bay. Aptly named “Piedmont,” or “foot of the mountain,” its most distinct features are gardens, bridges, parks, and schools that create a special sense of place. Extraordinary and generous residents are the heart of Piedmont. Residents partner with the City to deliver community events throughout the year. The 4th of July Parade and Harvest Festival are cherished long-standing traditions, alongside new celebrations that look to expand the City’s reach in different ways. In recent years, 50 volunteers came together to envision and plan the City’s newest cultural celebration, Piedmont FoodFest, which attracts more than 3,000 attendees and generates interest from all over the East Bay. This community spirit infuses enthusiasm for all aspects of civic life in Piedmont.
The Public Works Director is a senior executive position that reports directly to the City Administrator and plays a central role in advancing the City of Piedmont’s operational and strategic priorities. As a member of the executive management team, the Director oversees the full range of Public Works services and infrastructure programs that support the community’s safety, functionality, sustainability, and overall quality of life. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced and collaborative public works professional to join a well-managed organization with a strong operational foundation and a commitment to high-quality municipal services. The ideal candidate will be an approachable and engaged leader with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building trust and fostering strong working relationships across all levels of the organization and throughout the community. The successful candidate will cultivate a positive and inclusive workplace culture that encourages teamwork, accountability, innovation, and shared purpose.
The annual salary range for the Public Works Director will be $237,028.92 effective July 1, 2026. ence. The City also offers an attractive benefits package. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Mr. Gary Phillips at (916) 784-9080. Filing Deadline: June 28, 2026
