Assistant Operations Manager - Richmond Marine Terminal

Who We Are: The Port of Virginia

The cargo carried by ships, trucks, and trains hold the lifeblood of our economy. Our nation’s ports, including The Port of Virginia, are at the center of it all. The fifth largest port in America, The Port of Virginia is a catalyst for commerce. A recent economic impact study found that over 397,000 jobs in Virginia – nearly 10% of Virginia’s workforce – have ties to the port. The Port of Virginia seeks out highly motivated individuals who share our values, understand our objectives and embrace our culture. At every level, from our corporate offices to our terminals to our inland facilities, Port of Virginia team members share a commitment to quality service for our customers, a passion for innovation and a desire to make a difference.

The Opportunity: Assistant Operations Manager – Richmond Marine Terminal

The main objective of this position is to supervise barge, yard, warehouse, and interchange operations and activities with the goal of meeting departmental objectives, controlling operating costs, complying with safety guidelines, and maximizing productivity. 

What You’ll Do: Responsibilities

• Conducts morning safety briefings, continuously promoting safety awareness and regulatory compliance (OSHA). 
• Plans and oversees daily barge operations, coordination of yard stacking and load and stow plans.  
• Communicates and coordinates with onsite customers for their operations. 
• Manages container inventory and yard lay out on the terminal.  
• Troubleshoots N4 issues and coordinate hardware of interchange.  
• Monitors and approves payroll.   
• Coordinates and leads team activities, while providing feedback to managers and assisting in decision making. Exercises discretion in resolving complaints, grievances, discipline, and concerns that arise. 
• Manages barge schedule, communicates with customers and ship lines to coordinate export loading and import discharging and stacking.   
• Communicates with customers, vendors, and motor carriers and assists with solving issues or problems. Remains accessible to internal and external customers to cultivate a rapport while building strong customer relations. 
• Tracks daily and weekly production data. Prepares and provides reports to upper management. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 
• The Port of Virginia is a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week, 365-day-a-year operation, schedule and location may vary based on the needs of the operation. 

Who You Are: Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent required.

Licenses, Certifications, and Credentials

Valid driver’s license; Transportation Worker Identification Credential

Work Experience

Three years of related experience in transportation or operations required. One of those years must have been in a leadership capacity. Education can supplement experience.  

You Should Know: Disclosures

The Port of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and therefore does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, disability or national origin. 

Selected applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment background check which may include any of the following: Academic record and verification of education and/or certifications; Employment history (including references); Criminal history; Driving record; Fingerprinting; drug and alcohol testing, Fit for duty Physical, Other records or information related to the candidate's suitability for the position.

Selected applicant must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Card). The Port of Virginia is a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week, 365-day-a-year operation, schedule and location may vary based on the needs of the operation.