DIRECTOR OF MARITIME

The Director of Maritime is a senior executive of the Port, reporting to and serving at the pleasure of the Executive Director. The Director has overall responsibility for the strategic direction, fiscal management, administration and operations of the Port’s Maritime Division.

The Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the Port’s maritime business, with responsibility for advancing the Seaport’s competitive position, strengthening relationships with customers and industry partners, and ensuring the efficient and financially sustainable operation of its maritime assets. As a member of the Port’s senior leadership team, the Director will play a central role in shaping the future of one of Northern California’s most important international trade gateways.

The Director will bring in-depth knowledge of maritime shipping, transportation logistics and/or related international trade industries, with particular expertise in container terminal operations and finance. Candidates should have strong familiarity with marine terminal procedures, agreements, tariffs, pricing structures, facilities, and applicable federal and state regulations.

The ideal candidate will bring at least seven years of progressively responsible maritime operations experience, including a minimum of three years in a senior executive leadership capacity as the senior or second-ranking executive of a division or organization. Candidates should have demonstrated experience leading an organization of comparable scale and complexity, including responsibility for a significant operating budget and workforce.

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Must have previous U.S. work experience and be eligible to work in the United States without restrictions.
• Executive-level budgeting experience and demonstrated ability to make sound operational decisions based on complex financial information.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience working effectively in a unionized labor environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, management, interpersonal and stakeholder relations skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, sound judgment, and diplomacy.

ADVISORIES:

Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) : In compliance with state and federal laws, the Port will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The Port is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the selection process and work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations during the selection process must notify Nancy Jeu at View email address on click.appcast.io within seven (7) calendar days of the closing date of the job announcement. The Port requires applicants to provide supporting medical documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation.

Immigration Reform and Control Act: In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the Port will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. A Social Security card must be presented, and the name on it must match the name on the application.

The Port of Oakland is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The initial close date for the search is Friday, October 23, 2026. The Port of Oakland reserves the right to accept additional submissions after the close date.