Port & Harbor Director
CITY & BOROUGH OF WRANGELL
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Port & Harbor Director
PORT & HARBOR DEPARTMENT
The City & Borough of Wrangell is accepting applications for the position of Port & Harbor Director beginning April 29, 2020. This position is open until filled with the first review of applications beginning the week of May 26, 2020.
The City & Borough of Wrangell is seeking a leader for the Port & Harbor Department with a proven record of port & harbor management. Wrangell’s Port & Harbor Department is made up on one port facility, 4 harbors, upland storage for boats, and a Marine Service Center (shipyard). Wrangell operates a 105-ton marine travel lift and a 300-ton ASCOM boat lift, the largest in Southeast Alaska. The Port & Harbor Director will have a crucial role in growing utilization of and revenue from the facilities in Wrangell
This position plans, organizes, and manages all Port, Harbor, and Marine Service Center functions and operations in accordance with Title 14 of the Wrangell Municipal Code. Delegates tasks to employees and ensures that duties are performed safely and efficiently. Reviews Port & Harbor Department priorities; develops strategic plans, goals and objectives; evaluates and analyzes issues, and recommends and implements solutions; assures that all Port, Harbor and Marine Service Center plans meet state, and federal compliance regulations.
The position requires in-depth knowledge of all harbor regulations, functions, and operations. Requires supervisory skills and the ability to be diplomatic with a variety of people. Requires some accounting knowledge for budget preparation. Requires excellent oral and written communication skills and decision-making ability. Requires experience and thorough knowledge of marine vessel and facility maintenance procedures. Requires maintenance skills to perform a variety of carpentry repair tasks. Requires verbal interpersonal skills to work with Coast Guard and other related agencies. Requires an understanding of all marine regulations to ensure Harbor safety.
This is a full-time, salaried position with full benefits, paid at Grade 25 ranging from $5363 to $6769 per month. The full job description and employment application can be found online at www.wrangell.com/jobs. Applicants must successfully complete a pre-employment criminal background investigation and drug screening. To be considered, submit an application, resume, and cover letter to Aleisha Mollen, PO Box 531, Wrangell, AK 99929 or via email to amollen@wrangell.com.
The City & Borough of Wrangell is an equal opportunity employer.
Lisa Von Bargen
Borough Manager
KSTK announce beginning April 29, 2020
Sentinel publish May 7, 14, 21, 28, 2020
