Deputy Director – Program Management

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November 24

🏄 California – Remote

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☕ Washington – Remote

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💵 $105.6k - $120.3k / year

⏰ Full Time

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📋 Program Manager

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CALSTART

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Transport • Energy • Social Impact

CALSTART is an organization dedicated to advancing the clean transportation market by accelerating the adoption of zero- and near-zero-emission commercial vehicles. It serves as a strategic broker for the clean transportation technology industry, assembling influential industry leaders to drive innovation, market growth, and job creation. CALSTART provides services such as technology development and demonstration, market acceleration, and public policy advocacy. It also promotes collaboration among industry members to reduce pollution and meet climate goals. With a national presence and global influence, CALSTART works with over 210 members ranging from start-ups to Fortune 100 firms.

51 - 200 employees

Founded 1992

🚗 Transport

⚡ Energy

🌍 Social Impact

💰 Grant on 2022-01

📋 Description

• Lead management and implementation of MHD-focused programs, including incentive and planning initiatives supporting clean vehicle adoption • Oversee workflows related to voucher processing, supply chain defect resolution, and stakeholder reporting • Coordinate with program teams and external partners to ensure goals, milestones, and deliverables are achieved on schedule • Identify operational challenges and lead process improvements to enhance program quality and impact • Serve as the point of contact for escalations or issues related to MHD incentive and supply chain projects • Support strategic planning for current and emerging MHD initiatives, including scoping, scheduling, and risk management • Develop and refine program management tools, reporting processes, and performance metrics • Evaluate and recommend improvements to incentive structures, project design, and program implementation strategies • Collaborate with CALSTART’s leadership and technical experts to align MHD program priorities with policy, funding, and market goals • Engage with internal teams, state and federal agencies, vehicle manufacturers, fleets, and other partners to advance MHD program outcomes • Represent CALSTART in working groups, industry forums, and stakeholder meetings related to clean transportation programs • Coordinate data collection, issue resolution, and program communications across partners and teams • Ensure data accuracy, reporting timeliness, and compliance with funding and regulatory requirements • Support preparation of reports, presentations, and dashboards for internal and external stakeholders • Track program performance and document outcomes to support transparency, accountability, and future funding efforts

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in public policy, engineering, business administration, environmental science, or a related field (Master’s preferred) • 8+ years of experience managing or supporting complex programs in clean transportation, supply chain, or public incentives • Strong understanding of zero-emission MHD vehicles, fleet operations, and incentive or voucher program design • Proven ability to manage multiple high-impact projects independently and cross-functionally • Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills • Experience with state or federal funding programs, compliance, and data-driven reporting

🏖️ Benefits

• 100% company paid comprehensive health benefits for Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance • Retirement plan with generous company contributions • FSA for Health and Dependent Care • 3 weeks of vacation time in the first year of employment • 11 paid company holidays • paid sick time • paid family leave