Business Details
22 Years
experience
Trusted Executive Search for Local Government
Peckham & McKenney has been a trusted leader in executive search services for local government agencies across the Western United States since 2004. Founded by Bobbi Peckham and Phil McKenney, our firm combines over 100 years of combined experience with a personalized, hands-on approach to ensure the best fit between clients and candidates. We specialize in placing executives in roles such as City Managers, Police and Fire Chiefs, and Department Heads, with a 90% retention rate for placements since 2016. Our commitment to integrity, ethics, and respect for both clients and candidates has earned us repeat business and numerous testimonials. We limit the number of searches we undertake simultaneously to maintain focused, high-quality service.Our team includes former city managers, HR directors, and law enforcement professionals, bringing deep industry expertise to every recruitment. We actively support professional associations like the International City/County Management Association and prioritize diversity, with 53% of recent placements being women and/or people of color. Our process emphasizes communication, transparency, and understanding the unique needs of each client organization. We provide career guidance, resume reviews, and interview preparation to professionals at all levels. This dedication to excellence has made us one of the most respected executive recruitment firms in the country.
Services
Executive Search
Leadership Recruitment
Public Sector Placement
Career Guidance
Resume Review
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We limit searches to ensure focused, high-quality service
- 90% retention rate for placements since 2016
- 53% of recent placements are women and/or people of color
- Founders have over 60 years combined local government experience
- Active involvement in professional associations and leadership development
What people say
Professional and accessible
Exemplary recruitment process
Constant communication
Personal touch approach
Successful placements
Services
Executive Search
Our executive search service specializes in identifying and placing qualified leaders in local government roles. We focus on city management, public safety, and departmental leadership positions across the Western United States. Our process combines deep industry knowledge with personalized attention to ensure the best fit between clients and candidates.
Public Sector Placement
We provide targeted placement services for public sector roles including City Managers, County Executives, and department heads. Our team's extensive experience in local government ensures we understand the unique requirements of these positions. We maintain a 90% retention rate for placements made since 2016.
Career Guidance
Our career guidance services support local government professionals at all career stages. We offer resume reviews, interview preparation, and strategic career planning. Our team includes former city managers and HR directors who understand the specific needs of public sector professionals.
Leadership Recruitment
We specialize in recruiting leaders for complex local government roles. Our services cover police and fire chiefs, department heads, and assistant managers. Our approach emphasizes understanding organizational culture to ensure successful long-term placements.
Resume Review
Our resume review service helps public sector professionals showcase their qualifications effectively. We provide tailored feedback based on decades of experience in local government recruitment. This service supports candidates seeking leadership positions in municipal organizations.
People
Bobbi C. McKenney
Founder
A leading local government recruiter with over 30 years of experience, Bobbi co-founded Peckham & McKenney in 2004. She previously served as Regional Director for a national recruitment firm and has conducted hundreds of national searches across the Western United States.
Phil McKenney
Founder
With over 30 years of management experience, Phil co-founded Peckham & McKenney in 2004. His background includes executive roles in resort management and local government organizations, including leading merger initiatives for tourism associations.
Anton (Tony) Dahlerbruch
Chief Executive Officer
Tony brings over 30 years of local government experience, including 12 years as City Manager in California. He has held leadership roles in professional organizations like the International City/County Management Association and has expertise in city management disciplines.
Diana Bishop
Executive Recruiter
A former Police Captain and Chief of Police with 35 years of local government experience. Diana has expertise in law enforcement recruitment and leadership development, with a focus on community engagement and transparency initiatives.
Carl Cahill
Executive Recruiter
Carl has over 27 years of local government service, including 15 years as City Manager of Los Altos Hills. He brings planning and public administration expertise, with a focus on collaborative relationships between municipalities and regional organizations.
Questions
What areas do you specialize in?
We specialize in executive search services for local government agencies across the Western United States, including city management, public safety, and departmental leadership roles.
How does your recruitment process work?
Our process begins with understanding client needs through detailed consultations, followed by targeted candidate searches, thorough screenings, and facilitating interviews to ensure the best fit for both parties.
What makes you different from other recruiters?
We limit our searches to maintain focused service, have a 90% retention rate for placements, and our team includes former local government professionals who understand both sides of the recruitment process.
Do you work with both public and private sectors?
Our primary focus is on local government agencies, though we occasionally work with public-private partnerships and organizations that interface closely with municipal governments.
