Assistant Director & COO, Economic Development & Culture

San Jose CA; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The City Manager’s Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs (OEDCA) seeks an Assistant Director to provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and overall direction for the department, reporting to the Director and guiding 58 positions with a $64 million budget.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in public or business administration (master’s preferred) and at least seven years of progressive leadership experience, including staff supervision in a complex

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the department’s functional area or closely related field, including five (5) years supervising manager-level staff and other professionals.
• Experience managing programs and services or operations within a complex public or private organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and organizational direction for OEDCA.
• Manage day-to-day operations; oversee three divisions and the strategic support unit.
• Support a department with 58 positions and an annual budget of approximately $64 million.

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, economics, real estate, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The City Manager’s Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs (OEDCA) seeks an Assistant Director to provide strategic leadership, operational oversight, and overall direction for the department, reporting to the Director and guiding 58 positions with a $64 million budget.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in public or business administration (master’s preferred) and at least seven years of progressive leadership experience, including staff supervision in a complex