Deputy Director, Non-Incentive Programs

Deputy Director, Non-Incentive Programs will lead the execution of non-incentive clean transportation projects, overseeing day-to-day delivery of complex zero-emission transportation initiatives. This role will supervise project managers and technical staff, support professional development, and contribute to business development and strategic growth of CALSTART's non-incentive portfolio.

Requirements

• 7–10 years of progressive professional experience in clean transportation, energy, utilities, infrastructure development, or closely related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field such as: business management, engineering, environmental science, public policy, energy, transportation, or a related discipline.
• PMP preferred but not required.
• Direct experience with non-incentive zero-emission transportation initiatives, including infrastructure planning, utility engagement, grid-related projects, or corridor development for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles and hydrogen infrastructure.
• Formal people-management or supervisory experience, including coaching, performance management, and staff development.
• Experience working cross-functionally with technical, policy, market development, and member-facing teams.
• Strong project and program management skills, with the ability to manage scopes, schedules, budgets, risks, and dependencies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, particularly with utilities, partners, and members.
• Sound judgment and decision-making skills, with the ability to provide analysis and recommendations to senior leadership.

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
• and more!