Port Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) is currently seeking a dynamic professional to join our team! This position will execute and manage the overall operations of PCCA. The COO is responsible for staffing and oversight of the following PCCA departments: Engineering Services, Channel Development, Operations, Emergency Management and Port Security. These departments are tasked with delivering certain project permitting, design, construction, operations, and protection services of the Port of Corpus Christi Authority assets. Over half the PCCA employees are under the span of responsibility of the COO. The qualified individual will join a management team dedicated to leading PCCA strategic initiatives per its Strategic Plan well into the next decade.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

• Oversight and delivery of the construction portion of the capital investment program, including all buildings, docks, roads, dredge material placement sites, equipment and ship channel improvements, including budgeting, reporting and management 
• Oversight of all port operations, including the Maintenance Department, Bulk Terminal, Harbormaster’s Office, safety, docks and rail, and wharfinger activities
• All land-side and marine-side policing and security services and assets, fire protection services, and emergency management policies, procedures, drills and protocols
• Port engagement with United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for both regulatory and civil works projects, including oversight of Port-owned dock maintenance dredging and new work dredging 
• Delivery of updated policies and procedures to be used by relevant PCCA staff for safety, productivity and project delivery
• Adherence to financial management and controls in compliance with governing law, statutes, regulations, and Port policy
• Advising the Chief Executive Officer, Port Commissioners and staff concerning related PCCA initiatives and strategies 
• Proven ability to make executive level presentations to staff, commissioners, or stakeholders
• Building, developing, and managing a technical and operational leadership team to execute PCCA strategies
• Interacting with all levels of PCCA Stakeholders, including Customers, Stevedores, Tug Operators, Harbor Pilots, Line Handlers, DoD, Railroads, Vessel Agents, Coast Guard and USACE
• Involvement with various PCCA related stakeholder committees, including the South Texas Waterways Advisory Committee, the Port Optimization Committee, the Pilot Review Board, and Pilot Board 
• Reviewing, for approval, operating summaries and detailed reports, as required, for presentation to the Port Commissioners
• Developing and measuring of the PCCA Safety Program via the Safety Group for entire organization
• Maintaining an effective organization through proper selection, training, management, and evaluation of personnel
• CPR certified or ability to become CPR certified within the first year of employment
• Tier 1 status designation

CANDIDATE PROFILE
The preferred candidate for this position should be an organized, thorough, and disciplined individual with a focus on maintaining optimal integrity in support of the PCCA. They must possess the following:
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, transportation, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) during course of employment

EXPERIENCE & JOB KNOWLEDGE

• Minimum ten years of combined administrative and supervisory experience, with five years of experience in an upper- management level position in a private enterprise or public agency
• Experience in dealing with various maritime matters, legal issues, terminal operations, rail operations, and security protocols 
• In depth understanding and experience in working with federal, state and local political and administrative processes
• Previous experience in the formulation and implementation of strategies and programs related to infrastructure, operations and protection of assets preferred
• Broad understanding of the transportation and energy industries preferred
• Ability to facilitate and develop strategic relationships across a broad range of stakeholders
• Thorough knowledge of the theories, principles, and practices of management, including organizational and management practices and methods, including goal setting, policy and procedure development and implementation
• High awareness, sensitivity and empathetic disposition as it relates to staff, culture and the community
• Knowledge of interpersonal and public communications techniques

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Strong manager capable of motivating and energizing staff, with a hands-on approach and willingness to lead by example, with the highest ethical standards
• Ability to prepare clear, concise financial, technical, and non-technical reports, notes, correspondence and other written materials and to review, revise and edit materials
• Ability to define issues, perform research, evaluate alternatives and develop sound, independent conclusions & recommendations
• High-level organizational and planning skills; ability to set priorities, take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment
• Ability to understand, interpret, explain and apply PCCA policies and state and federal laws related to all aspects of operations 
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel, Outlook and other related applications
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply all PCCA policies
• Desire to promote and adhere to the SEAPORT values, state/federal laws. 
• Maintain good employee relations and encourages and fosters a helpful environment where teamwork prevails. Assists senior management and office staff where appropriate.

 
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking, or hearing, typing and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation 
• Ability to work in a general office environment, and on a work site with exposure to adverse weather conditions, fumes and /or air particulates, working in high precarious places, risk of electrical shock and moving mechanical parts, moderate noise levels and working at heights, ability to wear personnel protective equipment, including hard hat, steel toed footwear, eye and hearing protection when performing work functions
• Ability to communicate verbally, in writing and over devices such as phones and mobile phones 
• Ability to operate mechanical and electrical equipment and light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment and to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and/or weekends, as needed 

 
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested and qualified candidates must submit a resume and cover letter to Shey-Harding Executive Search; jeff@shey-harding.com ; www.shey-harding.com; (562) 252-8516. The initial close date for the search is Friday, May 17, 2024, at 5pm Central Time. The PCCA reserves the right to accept additional submissions after the closing date.
 
If you are selected for a position with PCCA, your employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a physical examination, drug test and alcohol screening, as well as a verification of information and qualifications provided during the selection process.
As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, PCCA is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected group status.