Strategic Fleet Management Leader

State of South Carolina; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Water in San Jose, CA seeks an experienced Program Administrator – Fleet Management and Maintenance to lead the agency’s fleet program, oversee lifecycle planning, and drive modernization including electrification initiatives. The role requires strategic planning, budgeting, and strong cross‑functional collaboration.

You will manage acquisitions, vendor contracts, and regulatory compliance while improving efficiency and public stewardship of resources.

Qualifications

• Minimum six years in the program area with fleet-related leadership experience.
• Experience administering or managing a fleet management program, preferably in public sector or utilities.
• Experience developing fleet policies, budgets, and lifecycle planning.

Responsibilities

• Plan, administer, and oversee Valley Water's Fleet Management Program with strategic objectives.
• Lead staff, set priorities, and promote accountability and continuous improvement.
• Develop long-range fleet lifecycle strategies including replacement schedules and acquisitions.
• Manage operating and capital budgets; forecast resources and optimize fleet investments.
• Coordinate fleet modernization, electrification, and telematics initiatives.
• Oversee procurement, contracts, maintenance, leases, warranties, and vendor performance.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with CARB, DMV, DOT, EPA, and air quality requirements.
• Monitor performance metrics and prepare reports to support decision making.
• Collaborate with internal departments, Procurement, Finance, Safety, and external partners.

Skills

Fleet management

Budgeting

Contract management

Regulatory compliance

Staff leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

Tools

Fleet management software

Data analytics tools

Job description

Valley Water in San Jose, CA seeks an experienced Program Administrator – Fleet Management and Maintenance to lead the agency’s fleet program, oversee lifecycle planning, and drive modernization including electrification initiatives. The role requires strategic planning, budgeting, and strong cross‑functional collaboration.

You will manage acquisitions, vendor contracts, and regulatory compliance while improving efficiency and public stewardship of resources.