Salary: $155,000.00 - $227,000.00 Annually
Location : Port of Portland Headquarters - 7200 NE Airport Way, Portland 97218, OR
Job Type: Full-Time Administrative
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 02281
Division: Trade & Economic Development
Department: Industrial Devel Admin
Opening Date: 10/09/2026
Closing Date: 10/25/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
The PositionThe Port of Portland is hiring a
DIRECTOR of MARINE OPERATIONS AND PROPERTY MANAGEMENTAre you someone who enjoys leading teams, solving complex operational challenges, and building strong relationships with customers and partners? Do you like thinking about how facilities operate today while also planning for what they'll need to succeed years from now?
This role offers a remarkable canvas: three active marine terminals and five industrial business parks. You'll lead the teams responsible for safe, reliable marine operations and for keeping our broader portfolio of industrial assets well-managed and performing at their best. You'll also work closely with tenants, operators and partners to solve problems, strengthen performance and support their success. It's a great opportunity for a leader who likes being at the intersection of marine operations, property management, commercial relationships, and long-term asset stewardship - and wants their work to contribute directly to Oregon's economy.
The Director sets the direction for Trade and Economic Development's (TED) marine operations, property management, maintenance, and asset stewardship functions. This role is accountable for ensuring safe and efficient terminal operations, leading asset management planning, and cultivating strong labor and tenant partnerships. Working closely with the Directors of Commercial Development & Investment and Economic & Business Development, the Director ensures that operations, property management, maintenance, and capital planning support the Port's commercial strategy, financial performance, and long-term competitiveness.
Essential Job DutiesMarine Operations- Direct marine terminal operations and tenant relationships by setting strategic priorities, resolving competing commercial and operational interests, and ensuring compliance with leases, tariffs, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead and authorize vessel and facility operational support across all marine terminals, and direct the delivery of marine security, maintenance, engineering, and IT services to meet tenant and Port performance standards.
- Drive safe, reliable, and efficient terminal performance while adapting operations to changing customer, industry, and business needs.
Commercial Partnerships & Tenant Strategy- Strengthening and expanding relationships with tenants, operators, and industry partners to drive long-term business retention, operational performance, and market competitiveness.
- Inform lease negotiations and represent the Port in forums and joint initiatives that enhance tenant value and Port revenue.
- Collaborate with internal partners and tenants to ensure alignment between service delivery, capital projects, and commercial strategy.
Property Management and Maintenance- Oversee the maintenance of all Port marine and TED facilities in concert with lease requirements and obligations.
- Oversee the landscaping and other property-management services at marine facilities and adjacent industrial parks.
- Set direction for facility and terminal asset management, including annual and long-term maintenance and lifecycle plans.
- Oversee the development of asset management-related capital projects and their funding and approval processes.
- Direct berth depth maintenance by coordinating surveys and appropriate dredging projects.
Labor and Industry Relations- Build constructive labor and industry relationships with Stevedores, terminal operators, shipping lines, and Port partners.
- In collaboration with Labor Relations, support collective bargaining, the grievance process, and strategically plan for the current and emerging workforce.
- Represent the Port in industry forums and partnerships that strengthen marine operations, tenant performance, and the competitiveness of Port facilities.
Full position description available upon request.
Minimum QualificationsMUST HAVE:- Ten (10) + years of progressive experience in marine operations management, commercial real estate, property management, and/or related field
- With at least five years of leading teams or the combined equivalent of education and experience.
- Bachelor's Degree - Business, public administration, contract law, real estate, or related field (additional experience may substitute for the education qualifications).
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential through the TSA
- Hiring Manager has requested that applicants attach both a resume and cover letter with their application. If you have any issues attaching these documents, you may email them to , and they will be attached to your application.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities- Advanced knowledge of maritime transportation and commerce, regional waterway issues, and global trade dynamics.
- Advanced knowledge of commercial (including marine and industrial) property management and lease administration practices.
- Advanced experience with overseeing maintenance and capital projects in active operating environments, while balancing operational continuity with capital project execution.
- Advanced experience managing landlord-tenant relationships across complex properties.
- Advanced experience building influence and trust with executives, community leaders, labor, tenants, operators, and industry partners.
Supplemental and Selection InformationWorking Conditions:The Port supports a hybrid work schedule. In-office days are determined by the organization. Remote and/or flexible work may be available on specific days of the week depending on the job and business need.
Selection Process (tentative schedule):- A minimum qualification evaluation of the education, training, and experience of submitted application packets will take place by Human Resources until this role closes on or around 10/25/2026.
- A Subject Matter Expert (SME) Panel will perform an evaluation of experience and training taken from your employment application materials.
- Our goal is to notify candidates who are selected for interviews by the end of October. We will then schedule a virtual first round of interviews with candidates who successfully passed the SME evaluation. Panel Interviews will be held afterward.
Do you have questions about this job?Contact us: careers@portofportland.com
Safety: The Port promotes safety as a Core value and we seek to eliminate harm through a culture of active prevention, curiosity, evaluation, and action. We comply with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently look for improvements that support operational excellence.
At the Port of Portland, we strive to offer a holistic and comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families. We care about your health by offering highly-subsidized healthcare plans that include alternative care. We look out for you and for family by paying for life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage. We participate in the Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement program. We provide access to additional coverage and benefits including pre-tax spending accounts, voluntary term life insurance, a deferred compensation plan, and critical illness and accident insurance policies.
We go above and beyond by offering an award-winning wellness program for all employees to engage in. Employees can tend to their physical and mental health, earn rewards, and create community. Our employee assistance program supports the Port's commitment to emotional and mental well-being by providing mental health services, discounts on local gyms, and pet insurance for companions.
Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to spend with loved ones and do the things you enjoy. We offer generous vacation time that accrues with length of service, sick leave that never expires and can be used for dependent care, health maintenance and mental health, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave - all in addition to 10 paid holidays. As an added bonus - because we know employees use their time off differently - once a year we give employees the opportunity to convert sick leave to personal leave, and to convert vacation leave to either cash, a retirement plan contribution, or a contribution to a Health Savings Account.
Please note: Some benefits vary by job type/group, so please be sure to review your comprehensive benefit guide and/or collective bargaining agreement upon hire to confirm what is available to you.
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Please confirm your understanding (by answering YES) that you understand that this role is not 100% remote and that the person we hire for this role must reside within commuting distance of the Port of Portland offices. Also that there is no current budget to assist with relocation.
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Hiring Manager has requested that applicants attach both a resume and a cover letter with their application. If you have any issues attaching these documents, you may email them to chris.crosby@portofportland.com, and they will be attached to your application. Select YES to confirm your understanding.
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