APPLY NOW - Chief Executive Officer - San Jose Downtown Association

Downtown San Jose stands on the cusp of transformation. As the cultural and economic heart of the Silicon Valley, San Jose’s downtown represents both the soul of the city and a high-potential canvas for innovation, vibrancy, and inclusive growth. The next Chief Executive Officer of the San Jose Downtown Association (SJDA) will have a rare opportunity to lead this renaissance – bringing together civic leaders, small business owners, and the broader community to elevate Downtown into a model of modern urban vitality. With major global events on the horizon, an evolving urban landscape, and an engaged network of stakeholders, the CEO will be empowered to catalyze lasting change at a defining moment in San Jose’s trajectory. This is more than a leadership role – it’s a chance to shape the future of one of America’s most dynamic urban centers.

Known as the “Capital of Silicon Valley,” the City of San Jose plays a vital economic and cultural role anchoring the world’s leading region of innovation. Encompassing approximately 181 square miles at the southern tip of the San Francisco Bay, San Jose is Northern California’s largest city and the 13th largest city in the nation. With nearly one million residents, San Jose is one of the most diverse large cities in the United States. San Jose’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. San Jose has received accolades for its vibrant neighborhoods, healthy lifestyle, and diverse attractions from national media, including Business Week and Money magazines. For more information about the unparalleled quality of life in San Jose, please visit Why San Jose?

Learn more about the San Jose Downtown Association here and their Executive Leadership here.

Review the detailed recruitment brochure and apply here. Interested candidates should submit a comprehensive résumé and compelling cover letter below no later than Monday, September 1, 2025.

For more information about this position, contact Greg Nelson at greg@mosaicpublic.com or call (916) 550-4100.

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