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About Us
CALSTART is a mission-driven industry organization focused on transportation decarbonization and clean air for all.
For over 30 years, it’s been CALSTART’s mission to develop, assess, and implement large-scale, zero-emission transportation solutions to mitigate climate change and support economic growth. CALSTART works with businesses, organizations, governments, and communities to create real-life impact toward clean air and equitable access to clean transportation for all. CALSTART provides scientific, technical and policy support for regulatory development and clean technology and infrastructure acceleration.
About The Role
The Deputy Director of Incentive Programs, will lead CALSTART’s efforts to design, implement, and oversee clean transportation incentive programs. The successful candidate will manage program operations, engage stakeholders, and ensure the delivery of impactful and equitable results. This position requires a dynamic leader with a strong understanding of clean transportation technologies, public policy, and program management.
What You'll Do
- Day to day responsibilities include:
Program Leadership
- Oversee the design, development, and execution of clean transportation incentive programs.
- Ensure programs align with state goals for emissions reduction, equity, and economic development.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, industry stakeholders, community organizations, and advocacy groups.
- Lead public outreach and education efforts to ensure widespread awareness and participation in incentive programs.
Operations And Oversight
- Manage day-to-day operations of the incentive programs, including budget oversight, team supervision, and performance tracking.
- Develop metrics and reporting frameworks to measure program success and identify areas for improvement.
Equity And Accessibility
- Design programs that prioritize historically underserved and overburdened communities.
- Collaborate with partners to address barriers to program participation.
Policy And Advocacy
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments related to clean transportation and incentive programs.
- Provide strategic recommendations to state policymakers to enhance program impact.
What You'll Bring To The Table
- Bachelor’s degree in public policy, environmental science, business administration, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
- 7+ years of experience in program management, public policy, or clean transportation industries.
- Proven track record in designing and implementing complex programs with measurable results.
- Strong understanding of transportation policies and climate goals.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Commitment to equity, inclusion, and environmental justice.
$105,630 - $120,260 a year
CALSTART values transparency and strives to provide as much information regarding compensation as possible. The complete salary range for this role is $105,630 - $120,260 . We determine pay based on several factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, qualifications, experience, education, internal equity and other factors relevant to the job.
We understand that not everyone will match the above qualifications 100%. If your background isn't perfectly aligned but you feel you would be a great addition to the team, we'd love to hear from you.
We're a tight-knit team of world-class innovators, business minds, and change agents who believe passionately in our mission and put our team ahead of self. We are committed to the continued development and growth of our employees and invest in your success!
We care about your personal well being as much as your professional success and offer generous benefits to full time employees including: 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, and more!
Our inclusive environment focuses on making decisions based on merit without regard to race, color, hair texture, gender, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, LGBTQIA+ status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
