City of San José
Deputy Director - Energy Department
City of San José, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
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Deputy Director – Energy Department
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City of San José .
Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees plays a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work.
The City of San José is an equal‑opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408‑535‑1285, 711 (TTY), or via email at CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov.
About the Department San José Clean Energy (SJCE) is San José’s local, not‑for‑profit electricity supplier operated by the City of San José’s Energy Department. Since 2019, our dedicated and motivated team has provided clean energy for residents and businesses at competitive rates, while also offering community programs, local benefits, and increased transparency and accessibility. SJCE serves more than 350,000 customer accounts and has contracted for more than 1 GW of power.
Joining our team means that you will be making a big impact on the fight against climate change. SJCE plays an important role in meeting San José’s ambitious goal to be carbon‑neutral by 2030 and in implementing the City’s climate action plan, Climate Smart San José.
SJCE offers a 60 % renewable product and a 100 % renewable product, and serves the community with respect and integrity at the core of what we do. We center equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in our work.
Position Duties
Forecast SJCE's annual revenue plan and achieve targets. Track electricity usage, revenue, and cash collections by customer class.
Lead SJCE rate‑making recommendations, implementation and communication of new rates.
Lead SJCE's account services function, developing and maintaining relationships with key customers including large‑load customers such as data centers.
Develop custom rates for large‑load customers as needed.
Coach the team to provide high‑quality customer service optimizing the user experience (UX).
Oversee internal and contracted services for data management, billing services, and the customer call center. Liaise with PG&E and customers to resolve issues and optimize the customer experience (CX).
Direct the development and execution of comprehensive marketing, outreach, and communications strategies that promote SJCE programs, rates, and brand identity. Oversee all department communications including print, social media, e‑newsletters, and the department's website. Conduct mandatory noticing activities.
Ensure clear, accessible, and multilingual communications for diverse community audiences.
Manage press releases and external relations. Serve as a liaison with the media and community groups to ensure SJCE is responsive to concerns. Schedule and deliver public and community presentations.
Provide direction, guidance, and review of community outreach and business development plans to increase customer participation, support customer retention, and improve cost‑effectiveness.
Lead the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of customer energy programs, including energy efficiency, demand response, electrification, and distributed energy resource initiatives.
Ensure programs align with state policy, regulatory requirements, and community priorities.
Foster partnerships with community organizations, technology providers, and regional agencies to expand program reach and impact.
Provide leadership and collaborate with staff across the department, the City Manager's Office, Finance Department, the City Attorney's Office, Planning Department, and Economic Development as well as other departments to achieve SJCE and City objectives.
Collaborate and build contacts with external stakeholders, including CalCCA, regulatory agencies, community organizations, and the public to ensure programs and services meet objectives, the needs of customers and community.
Seek out additional funding opportunities, innovative programs and new product offerings to advance mutually beneficial goals.
How to Apply The position will close on
January 26, 2026 . To be considered, candidates must submit their application online at the recruitment website and include the following materials:
A cover letter
A resume
List of at least three (3) work‑related references (who will not be contacted without prior notice)
Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the recruitment brochure. Candidates deemed to have the most relevant qualifications will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. A final selection will be made upon completion of comprehensive reference and background checks.
Click here to view the recruitment brochure.
Additional Information Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. The City of San José will not sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications or transfers for H1‑B or any other type of visa that requires an employer application.
You must answer all job‑specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.
Applications are not accepted through CalOpps or any other third‑party job board application system.
AI and the Hiring Process We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency and equity for all applicants in the hiring process.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
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Deputy Director – Energy Department
role at
City of San José .
Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees plays a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work.
The City of San José is an equal‑opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408‑535‑1285, 711 (TTY), or via email at CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov.
About the Department San José Clean Energy (SJCE) is San José’s local, not‑for‑profit electricity supplier operated by the City of San José’s Energy Department. Since 2019, our dedicated and motivated team has provided clean energy for residents and businesses at competitive rates, while also offering community programs, local benefits, and increased transparency and accessibility. SJCE serves more than 350,000 customer accounts and has contracted for more than 1 GW of power.
Joining our team means that you will be making a big impact on the fight against climate change. SJCE plays an important role in meeting San José’s ambitious goal to be carbon‑neutral by 2030 and in implementing the City’s climate action plan, Climate Smart San José.
SJCE offers a 60 % renewable product and a 100 % renewable product, and serves the community with respect and integrity at the core of what we do. We center equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging in our work.
Position Duties
Forecast SJCE's annual revenue plan and achieve targets. Track electricity usage, revenue, and cash collections by customer class.
Lead SJCE rate‑making recommendations, implementation and communication of new rates.
Lead SJCE's account services function, developing and maintaining relationships with key customers including large‑load customers such as data centers.
Develop custom rates for large‑load customers as needed.
Coach the team to provide high‑quality customer service optimizing the user experience (UX).
Oversee internal and contracted services for data management, billing services, and the customer call center. Liaise with PG&E and customers to resolve issues and optimize the customer experience (CX).
Direct the development and execution of comprehensive marketing, outreach, and communications strategies that promote SJCE programs, rates, and brand identity. Oversee all department communications including print, social media, e‑newsletters, and the department's website. Conduct mandatory noticing activities.
Ensure clear, accessible, and multilingual communications for diverse community audiences.
Manage press releases and external relations. Serve as a liaison with the media and community groups to ensure SJCE is responsive to concerns. Schedule and deliver public and community presentations.
Provide direction, guidance, and review of community outreach and business development plans to increase customer participation, support customer retention, and improve cost‑effectiveness.
Lead the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of customer energy programs, including energy efficiency, demand response, electrification, and distributed energy resource initiatives.
Ensure programs align with state policy, regulatory requirements, and community priorities.
Foster partnerships with community organizations, technology providers, and regional agencies to expand program reach and impact.
Provide leadership and collaborate with staff across the department, the City Manager's Office, Finance Department, the City Attorney's Office, Planning Department, and Economic Development as well as other departments to achieve SJCE and City objectives.
Collaborate and build contacts with external stakeholders, including CalCCA, regulatory agencies, community organizations, and the public to ensure programs and services meet objectives, the needs of customers and community.
Seek out additional funding opportunities, innovative programs and new product offerings to advance mutually beneficial goals.
How to Apply The position will close on
January 26, 2026 . To be considered, candidates must submit their application online at the recruitment website and include the following materials:
A cover letter
A resume
List of at least three (3) work‑related references (who will not be contacted without prior notice)
Applications will be screened in relation to the criteria outlined in the recruitment brochure. Candidates deemed to have the most relevant qualifications will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. A final selection will be made upon completion of comprehensive reference and background checks.
Click here to view the recruitment brochure.
Additional Information Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. The City of San José will not sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications or transfers for H1‑B or any other type of visa that requires an employer application.
You must answer all job‑specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.
Applications are not accepted through CalOpps or any other third‑party job board application system.
AI and the Hiring Process We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency and equity for all applicants in the hiring process.
Seniority Level Director
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
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