Deputy Harbormaster (Deputy Director)

About the role

The City of Kodiak is recruiting for a full-time Deputy Harbormaster (Deputy Director), responsible for the successful operations of the City of Kodiak’s Port and Harbor Department. The Harbormaster oversees the Port and Harbor Department, which includes St. Paul Harbor and St. Herman Harbor (providing moorage for 650 vessels), the Kodiak Shipyard, and ports such as Pier 1-Ferry Dock, Pier II-Fisherman’s Terminal, and Pier III-Cargo Terminal.

The goal of the City of Kodiak government is to provide quality municipal services efficiently and effectively within guidelines established by federal and state law, the Charter of the City of Kodiak, the Kodiak City Code, and the citizens of Kodiak as represented by the City Council. The Port and Harbors Department provides services and programs to support and enrich the lives of Kodiak residents. The Deputy Director must perform duties in a manner that reflects positively on the City and the harbor department while maintaining professional expertise and promoting efficient use of resources.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct the daily operations of harbor officers and maintenance specialists in the Port and Harbors Department.
• Assign, review, and evaluate the work of subordinate staff.
• Participate in developing and monitoring the budget for the area of responsibility.
• Ensure operational and maintenance activities comply with regulations.
• Develop and implement safety and security procedures.
• Serve as acting Harbormaster (Director) when necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED).
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field.
• Five to seven years of progressively responsible professional harbor experience, including at least two years of supervisory experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job.

Licensing Requirements

• Valid Alaska Driver’s License or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Port Management certification.
• Hazmat certifications.