Chief Operations Officer — Drive Strategy & Excellence

Portvanusa; Vancouver, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 187,000 - 277,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Flexible work hours

Health insurance

HRA

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plans

Job summary

Port of Vancouver USA in Vancouver, WA, seeks a Chief Operations Officer to lead operations across marine, rail, and facilities, driving safety, efficiency, and strategic execution. The role reports to the CEO and oversees multiple directors, ensuring accountability and stakeholder satisfaction.

The COO will guide capital planning and asset management, foster cross‑functional collaboration, and champion a culture of safety, security, and continuous improvement across the port’s complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, maritime administration, transportation, logistics, or related field.
• Minimum ten years of progressively responsible operational leadership experience.
• At least seven years in a senior executive, director, or department leadership role.
• Experience in ports, transportation or maritime operations desirable.

Responsibilities

• Directs Port operational departments and functions including marine, rail, and facilities.
• Translate strategic objectives into operational execution and drive continuous improvement.
• Promote safety, compliance with MTSA, OSHA, and environmental standards.
• Lead and develop high-performing operational leadership teams.
• Represent Port with tenants, government agencies, and stakeholders.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving skills

Computer skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, maritime administration, transportation, logistics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

TWIC Card

Job description

Port of Vancouver USA in Vancouver, WA, seeks a Chief Operations Officer to lead operations across marine, rail, and facilities, driving safety, efficiency, and strategic execution. The role reports to the CEO and oversees multiple directors, ensuring accountability and stakeholder satisfaction.

The COO will guide capital planning and asset management, foster cross‑functional collaboration, and champion a culture of safety, security, and continuous improvement across the port’s complex