Job Description
Cruise Technical and Systems Operations Manager
(003162)Salary offers will be made within the posted range. Placement within the range will be determined based on your similar work experience. The Port considers work experience to be similar if the scope and level of responsibility of your prior positions match the job being offered.
As a Cruise Technical and Systems Operations Manager, you will manage technical and systems operations of the cruise business line. You will work closely with internal Port of Seattle teams and external power, fuel, and other related industries to ensure optimum actions toward energy transition, reductions of greenhouse gas emissions and improvements to our air and marine environments.
- You will lead alternative fuels projects including involvement in Green Corridor feasibility study, coordination with environmental teams on related projects, and interaction with cruise line Marine Operations teams on pilots, demonstration projects, future plans and needs for development at the Port.
- You will travel as required to participate in cruise industry meetings as well as Port and technical industry meetings to incorporate best practices and innovate solutions.
- You will ensure Port owned Shore Power equipment viability now and futureproofing, reporting on connections, manage maintenance via external partners, liaison on electrical costs and tracking needs.
- You will lead projects to ensure operational success of all technical equipment supporting cruise such as gangways, barges, and similar, both existing equipment and capital improvements.
- You will develop and manage budgets and oversee any consultant work needed including operating budgets and capital projects.
- You will advise on infrastructure needs and develop and implement projects.
- You will advise on how to engage with global, federal, and local regulatory schemes.
- You will collaborate with cruise industry leaders on projects that would accelerate energy transition, operational efficiency and reduction of environmental footprint, including decarbonization efforts.
- You will provide community outreach support at the port related to cruise business.
- Experienced – You have five (5) years of technical operations experience in the cruise industry.
- Desired – We hope you have a Bachelors in Maritime Operations.
- Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
- Expert – You have expertise in alternative fuels, sustainability, and environmental technologies, driving green corridor projects and decarbonization in the cruise industry. You are familiar with marine operations, port sustainability, and managing pilot projects. You are proficient in budgeting, overseeing consultants, and aligning project finances with strategic goals. You can assess infrastructure needs for sustainability at ports and lead projects to address them. You also have strong knowledge of community outreach and advocacy, particularly around environmental achievements in air and marine sectors.
- Efficient Communicator – You possess demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, including developing management recommendations for new project initiatives. You also have proven experience in collaborating with peers across departments to achieve shared objectives without direct management authority.
- Analytical – You have strong analytical skills with the ability to identify opportunities and propose well-considered solutions. You possess expertise in evaluating emerging technologies and trends and making strategic recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and promote sustainability.
- Collaborative – You are adept at working with all levels of management, including executive leadership, both inside and outside the organization, to drive organizational goals. You are also experienced in managing multiple projects concurrently, while coordinating contractors, partners, and vendors to meet operational and environmental targets.
- Technically Skilled – You are skilled at project management, particularly in managing shore power equipment, maintenance partnerships, and electrical systems, including cost tracking and future-proofing technologies.
- Work Schedule – Your normal work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role. You may be required to work any and all assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays. You may be required to work during emergencies.
- Work Environment - This work will take place in a hybrid/in-office setting at Management’s discretion.
- Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
- Safety Requirements – You will be required to comply with all work rules, safety, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
- Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
- Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
- Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
- Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
- Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
- Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work hybrid.
- Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
- Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
- Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
- Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.
Our vision is to create a Port that mirrors – throughout its breadth of operations and services and within its leadership – the diversity of our communities, instill principles of equity into its culture, and ensures a fair and intentional distribution of opportunities to expand economic develop and quality of life for all in our region. Find out more about how our values RAISE us up and our commitment to equity.
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