Job Information
Company Name
City of Burlingame
Position Level
Managerial
Job Description
The City of Burlingame (pop. 32,348) is a thriving suburban city on the San Francisco Peninsula, offering an exceptional quality of life and a dynamic development environment. The City is a stable, fiscally strong, well-managed organization known for its collaborative culture, supportive leadership, and exceptional public service.
Burlingame seeks an experienced planning professional to serve as ACDD, lead the Planning Division, and collaborate on cross-organizational projects. This hands-on manager will oversee current and advanced planning, serve as staff liaison to the Planning Commission, and manage complex projects.
The ideal candidate will be a knowledgeable, credible planning professional with strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. This collaborative leader will bring expertise in contemporary urban planning practices and California’s evolving legal framework, along with the political acumen to work effectively with the community and elected and appointed officials. Successful candidates will have seven years of progressively responsible municipal planning experience, including three years in a supervisory role, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
The salary range is $176,170 – $214,102 DOQE, supplemented by a competitive benefits package including a telework program allowing up to 50% remote work. Visit www.tbcrecruiting.com for a brochure and to apply. Closes: Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Suzanne Mason ● 562.631.2500
Jennifer Curtis ● 661.510.0076
TERI BLACK & COMPANY, LLC
www.tbcrecruiting.com
US Citizenship Required?
Yes
Will security clearance be required?
No
Salary Range
$176,170 - $214,102
Application Deadline
09/27/2026
Position Type
Permanent Full-Time
Travel
None
Primary Language Required
English
Job Location
Location Address
501 Primrose Road
Burlingame, California
94010
Contact Information
Hiring Contact Name
Suzanne Mason
Phone Number
(562) 631-2500
Website
https://tbcrecruiting.com/RecruitmentList