Senior Maritime Director - Strategy & Operations

Port of Oakland; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

The Port of Oakland seeks a seasoned Director of Maritime to lead the Maritime Division, reporting to the Executive Director. You will set strategic direction and oversee operations for a major international trade gateway in Northern California.

You will strengthen customer and partner relations, manage a large operating budget and workforce, and apply deep knowledge of container terminal operations and logistics to ensure efficient, financially sustainable maritime assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• At least seven years of maritime operations experience.
• Minimum three years in senior executive leadership.
• Experience working in a unionized labor environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic direction, fiscal management, and operations of the Maritime Division.
• Lead maritime business operations and enhance competitive position.
• Manage significant operating budget and workforce.
• Build relationships with customers and industry partners.

Skills

Maritime operations

Executive leadership

Budgeting

Analytical skills

Stakeholder relations

Communication skills

Unionized labor experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The Port of Oakland seeks a seasoned Director of Maritime to lead the Maritime Division, reporting to the Executive Director. You will set strategic direction and oversee operations for a major international trade gateway in Northern California.

You will strengthen customer and partner relations, manage a large operating budget and workforce, and apply deep knowledge of container terminal operations and logistics to ensure efficient, financially sustainable maritime assets.