Public Works/City Engineer Director
City of Hercules, CA
Hercules, CA · Posted October 19, 2026
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About the job
Hercules, California, Public Works/City Engineer Director City of Hercules, California
Nestled along the northeastern shoreline of San Pablo Bay, the City of Hercules is a vibrant, diverse community of approximately 26,500 residents. Ideally situated between San Francisco and Napa Valley, Hercules offers exceptional regional accessibility, attractive neighborhoods, and abundant parks, trails, and open space. Blending small-town charm with forward-thinking urban planning, the City is embracing an exciting future through waterfront revitalization, transit-oriented development, and a growing town center, while preserving its rich history and exceptional quality of life. The City of Hercules seeks an experienced, collaborative Public Works Director/City Engineer who combines strong technical expertise with exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be a licensed professional civil engineer with local government experience, sound judgment, and a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach to managing competing priorities and limited resources. An approachable and empowering leader, the successful candidate will build trust, develop staff, leverage technical expertise, and foster a positive, team-oriented culture. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across departments and with regional partners will be essential to advancing the City’s priorities and initiatives. The salary range for this outstanding opportunity is $201,199 to $256,787. Placement within this range is dependent upon qualifications. Please submit your cover letter and resume (including month/year of employment) via our website: Peckham & McKenney www.peckhamandmckenney.com
Feel free to contact Maria Hurtado at (831) 247-7885 if you have any questions regarding this position or recruitment process.
Filing Deadline: November 19, 2026 see above