Website City of San Jose, CA
City of San Jose, CA
Assistant Director – Office of Economic Development & Cultural Affairs
Salary: $184,968 – $298,804 annually, DOE, plus an outstanding executive benefits package.
First Application Review Date: May 18, 2026
Known as the Capital of Silicon Valley, the City of San José is a global center of innovation, culture, and opportunity. Home to nearly one million residents and leading companies such as Cisco, Adobe, and Zoom, San José is consistently ranked among the safest, most diverse, and most innovative large cities in America.
The Assistant Director serves as the Department’s Chief Operating Officer, leading 61 employees across three divisions with an annual budget of approximately $67 million. Reporting to the Director, this key executive helps translate strategic vision into operational excellence—advancing job growth, innovation, and cultural vibrancy across the city. The Assistant Director will ensure alignment with San José’s Two-Year Economic Strategy Work Plan and leverage technology and data-driven tools to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
A background in public administration, business, or economic development is highly desirable, along with a passion for community impact and inclusive prosperity.
Apply at https://cpshr.us/recruitment/2609/
For more information contact:
Erich WonSavage
CPS HR Consulting
Email: ewonsavage@cpshr.us
To learn more about the City, visit: https://www.sanjoseca.gov/
To apply for this job please visit cpshr.us.
