Fleet Strategy & Modernization Program Lead

Santa Clara Valley Water District (CA); San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Water is seeking an experienced Program Administrator – Fleet Management and Maintenance to lead and oversee its agency-wide Fleet Management and Maintenance Program. This role requires strategic planning, operational excellence, and collaboration to ensure vehicles and equipment are safe, reliable, and cost-effective to support essential services.

You will steer fleet lifecycle management, acquisitions, budgets, regulatory compliance, vendor relationships, and emerging technologies, with

Qualifications

• Experience planning, organizing, and directing fleet management programs.
• Experience managing operating and capital budgets.
• Knowledge of fleet electrification and telematics.
• Public agency procurement and contract administration experience.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, administer, and oversee Fleet Management Program.
• Develop long-range fleet lifecycle strategies and acquisition planning.
• Develop and monitor fleet operating and capital budgets.
• Coordinate fleet modernization and sustainability initiatives.
• Oversee procurement, vendor contracts, leases, warranties, and repairs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, risk management, and reporting.
• Monitor performance metrics and collaborate with internal/external partners.

Skills

Program Administration

Strategic Planning

Budget Management

Vendor Management

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership

Cross-functional Collaboration

Analytical Thinking

Public Sector Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

Fleet management systems

Asset management software

MS Excel / Office

Job description

Valley Water is seeking an experienced Program Administrator – Fleet Management and Maintenance to lead and oversee its agency-wide Fleet Management and Maintenance Program. This role requires strategic planning, operational excellence, and collaboration to ensure vehicles and equipment are safe, reliable, and cost-effective to support essential services.

You will steer fleet lifecycle management, acquisitions, budgets, regulatory compliance, vendor relationships, and emerging technologies, with