Salary:Depends on Qualifications

Description

THE PORT OF LONG BEACH IS SEEKING A

MANAGER OF INTERMODAL OPERATIONS

Salary Range: $170,000-$208,000 annually

(This is an at-will position)

Under general supervision, the Manager of Intermodal Operations is responsible for the oversight of rail and truck operations; more specifically, all items related to the Clean Trucks Program (CTP) within the Harbor District. This includes daily oversight of the Harbor Department's short-line railroad which is responsible for scheduling and switching trains, maintaining rail infrastructure (outside of marine terminals) within the Harbor District, and the communication and coordination of all rail related issues with tenants, marine terminals, shipping lines, railroads, and other divisions of the Harbor Department. This position serves as Lead to all Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority related activities and tasks.

Your Team...

The Tenant Services Division supports Port customers in their efforts to move cargo swiftly, safely, and efficiently through the Port in a way that maximizes stakeholder profitability while delivering market leading customer service and demonstrating environmental stewardship.

CANDIDATE CONNECT (INFORMATION SESSION)

To learn more about this exciting career opportunity and the Port of Long Beach, please join our virtual inf ormation session onWednesday, March 6, 2024@ 5:00 pm PSTvia MS Teams. This is a unique opportunity to hear first-hand about the position, speak directly with hiring leaders, ask questions, and learn why the Port of Long Beach is your employer of choice! Candidates are not required to be on camera. To join audio only, call +1 323-451-1087, Phone Conference ID: 123 769 188#Click here to join the meeting.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Oversees the rail operating system which includes mainline tracks, marine terminal tracks, rail yards, railroad at-grade crossings, train warning system, centralized train control, infrastructure related to train braking system, and related rail systems; oversees the scheduled inspection of rail infrastructure within marine terminals, the day-to-day Port rail operations, and Port short-line railroad.
Works to maximize the efficient usage of the rail system by facilitating discussions between the Railroads, tenants, marine terminal operations, and shipping lines; developing action items; and supporting the execution of the efficiency related tasks.
Supervises and provides rail system oversight and administration, rail inspections, oversee the development of rail operating studies, and contract documents.
Prepares outreach presentations summarizing the Port's rail operations program and presents to various groups, such as Port Divisions, Marine Terminals, Railroads, technical committees, conferences, schools, community groups and other City Departments etc.
Creates and/or oversees railroad safety plans for any work within the rail right-of-way; coordinates watchperson training and safety briefings with railroad companies.
Provides expert advice and oversight for the preparation of railroad operations agreements and Memoranda of Understanding between or among a variety of parties that may become or are currently involved in the Port's rail system including the Alameda Corridor, Port of Long Beach, Port of Los Angeles, tenants, utilities, railroads, and switching operators.
Writes Board Memoranda and Information Only items for Port rail and truck updates.
Oversees the review of Port concepts, design and operations related to any rail and truck projects to be operationally effective and efficient.
Assists and/or represents the Port on the Short-Line Railroad Oversight Committee; manages daily rail operations and maintenance issues; assists with establishing annual maintenance and operating budgets.
Assists the Port on the Alameda Corridor Operating Committee; manages daily operations and maintenance issues; assists with establishing annual maintenance and operating budgets.
Develops and maintains key relationships within each of the service provider segments of the intermodal and trucking portion of the supply chain, and serves as liaison between that community and the various internal divisions within the Harbor Department.
Monitors operational, political and regulatory environment for issues, trends and impending changes that will affect the intermodal and truck market. Keeps Port leadership informed, and provides advice and recommendations as appropriate.
Develops, maintains, and refines performance monitoring metrics and reporting protocols as defined in cooperation with the Assistant Director, Director of Tenant Services and members of the stakeholder community.
Serves as the Port's Business Continuity representative for the Ports railroad system.
Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements To File

Educational Requirements:Bachelor's in railroad operations, civil engineering or a related field is desirable. Experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Experience Requirements:5 years of experience in rail transportation operations and systems requiring expert knowledge of railroad and Port facilities as applied to freight rail operations, signalization, control and dispatching, regulations, standards, rail agreements, and construction is required. Experience working with railroad companies is required. Experience with drayage truck operations and related environmental requirements required. A history of successfully working with people from diverse backgrounds and areas of technical expertise is required. Must be a hands-on person with strong technical knowledge and presentation skills.

Job Knowledge And Technical Skills Requirements

Knowledge of the theories, principles and practices of rail and drayage operations is required.
Knowledge of rail facilities as applied to freight rail operations, signalization, control and dispatching, rail regulations, track layouts, standards, and rail agreements is required.
Knowledge of railroad and trucking industry, including companies, trends and logistics required.
Knowledge of the function and regulations of the California Public Utility Commission (CPUC) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is required.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of contract administration is required.
Knowledge of the use of Microsoft Office is required.
The ability to prepare, review and evaluate rail and drayage operational studies is required.
The ability to inspect rail systems is required.
The ability to evaluate rail operations and propose changes to enhance is required.
The ability to prepare clear and concise reports, notes, correspondence and other written materials is required.
The ability to understand, interpret, explain policies and laws related to intermodal operations and drayage trucks is required.
High-level organizational and rail operational planning skills are required.
Proficiency in public speaking and oral presentations to groups of varying size as well as to appointed or elected officials is required.
Must have a valid California Driver's License to perform work-related duties, including driving to meetings and work-related events.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) during course of employment.

To really stand out, the successful candidate will also have:

Program management experience.
Prior Port or City experience.
Knowledge of maritime and environmental terminology is a plus.
Working knowledge of American Railroad Engineering and Maintenance of Way (AREMA) standards is desired.

Port of Long Beachis an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The Port of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the Port of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act .

SELECTION PROCEDURE

To Apply:Please submit acover letter,resume, andcopy of degreeas pdf attachments byTuesday, March 12, 2024, at 11:59 PM PST.The Port reserves the right to extend the closing date without notice to accept additional applications.

First and second-round panel interviews are scheduled forThursday, March 21, 2024 (virtual)andTuesday, March 26, 2024 (in person). Candidates should ensure availability on both dates. The successful candidate will be appointed shortly thereafter. References will be completed for finalist candidates; an employment offer is contingent on successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

The Benefits...

The Port of Long Beach has established an annual salary range of$170,000-$208,000(placement depends on qualifications). An attractive package of executive level benefits is also included with the opportunity of working in one of the most diverse and dynamic areas of the United States. The Port's generous benefits package includes:

Auto Allowance - $550 per month upon approval by Executive Director.
Executive Leave - 40 hours per year.
Retirement - CalPERS 2% @ 62, coordinated with social security. Current member contribution is 8.00% for CalPERS, and 6.2% for social security, paid by the employee.
Pay for Performance - Pay for Performance is awarded based on employee performance as demonstrated through achievement of individual goals, demonstration of required competencies, and available budget funds.
Deferred Compensation - City match up to 2% of base salary for all qualified members that are contributing to the 457(b) plan.
Group Health Insurance - Medical and dental options (HMO and PPO). Free vision coverage.
Life Insurance - City-paid life insurance policy of $20,000 plus executive insurance benefit equal to three times annual salary up to a maximum of $500,000.
Disability Insurance - City-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
Vacation - Vacation is accrued at 3.7 hours per pay period to begin, which is equivalent to two weeks on an annual basis. Vacation can be used after six months of service.
Sick Leave - Accrued at 8 hours per month. Accruals may be converted upon retirement to cash credit toward health and /or dental insurance premiums or retirement service credits.
Paid Parental Leave - After six (6) months of City employment, the City pays up to 30 consecutive days (160 hours) for eligible employees to take paid time to bond with child upon birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of 17.
Holidays - 11 scheduled holidays per calendar year and four (4) personal holidays.
Bereavement Leave - 5 days for death or critical illness of immediate family member.
Education Reimbursement - Tuition reimbursement available for employees to obtain additional education or training.
Annual Physical - Eligible to receive an annual physical examination at City expense through the City provided program.
Public Student Loan Forgiveness - As the Harbor Department of the City of Long Beach, a governmental agency, the Port of Long Beach is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
529 College Savings Plan - The ScholarShare529 plan is an account that allows employees to invest specifically for future education expenses through the Long Beach City Employees Federal Credit Union. Funds can be used from your 529 savings plan to send your grandkids, kids, or even yourself, to any accredited public or private U.S. college or university - or two-year technical or vocational institution.

Closing Date/Time: 3/12/2024 11:59 PM Pacific