APPLY NOW - Assistant Director of Economic Development & Cultural Affairs - City of San Jose, CA

Few opportunities offer the scale, complexity, and potential for impact found in San José. The Assistant Director will help shape the economic future of one of the nation’s largest and most diverse cities while serving as the department’s Chief Operating Officer and a key strategic partner to the Director. The City Manager’s Office of Economic Development and Cultural Affairs (OEDCA), part of the City Manager's Office, drives San José’s vision of a vibrant, inclusive, and prosperous city. The department fosters economic vitality, cultural expression, and workforce opportunity through innovative programs and partnerships that strengthen the City’s fiscal health and enhance quality of life. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to advance ambitious priorities while bringing innovation, technology, and disciplined execution to a diverse and highly visible portfolio.

San José’s quality of life is unsurpassed. Surrounded by the Diablo and Santa Cruz mountain ranges and enjoying an average of 300 days of sunshine a year, residents have easy access to the beaches along the California coast, including Santa Cruz, Monterey, and Carmel; Yosemite and Lake Tahoe in the Sierra Nevada; local and Napa Valley wine country; and the rich cultural and recreational life of the entire Bay region. For more information about the unparalleled quality of life in San José, please visit Why San Jose?

Apply immediately - An initial review of candidate materials is scheduled for Monday, October 26, 2026! To be considered for this exciting opportunity, interested candidates must submit a cover letter and résumé here.

Confidential inquiries are welcomed to Greg Nelson, at greg@mosaicpublic.com or by calling (916) 581-1426.

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