Harbormaster
Port of Poulsbo
Poulsbo, Washington
Salary: $75,000 - $90,000
Poulsbo, Washington, is home to a population of 12,000 residents, and is located in the northern part of Kitsap County. Liberty Bay, along with the majestic, snow-peaked Olympic Mountains to the west, brought the Scandinavians to settle in Poulsbo because the area was so similar to the fjords of Norway from which they came. Poulsbo is a thriving community with many amenities that attract tourists and encourage people to move to the area. With its picturesque downtown core of historic storefronts and shopping areas, Poulsbo offers much to citizens and guests alike.
Governed by a three-member Board of Commissioners, the Port of Poulsbo operates a first-class destination marina, the Poulsbo Marina, for both recreational and commercial vessels. Separated from the main body of Puget Sound through a narrow passage, it provides a safe harbor for permanent and guest moorage, and is one of the most popular places for boaters to visit in the Sound. Visiting boaters enjoy a clean, well-run marina and a multitude of shops, galleries, and eateries all within a short walk of the marina. The marina includes seven main docks with 253 permanent slips, 130 transient slips and 15 boathouses. Marina features include water and power utilities, a seaplane base, kayak and canoe rentals, diesel and gasoline fuel facility, sanitation pump outs, laundry, restroom and shower facilities, launch ramp, and dedicated parking spaces.
The Harbormaster is primarily responsible for managing the daily operations of Port facilities, including maintenance, guest moorage, and largescale capital projects for all Port facilities. Authority is delegated by the Port Commission to the Harbormaster for the day-to-day administration of the Port regulations, policies, and business operations. The new Harbormaster will supervise up to 9 individuals when the Port is fully staffed.
The Port is looking for candidates with at least five years of staff supervisory experience and, ideally, will have the ability to obtain local, state, federal, and philanthropic grants to support Port projects, and will understand and lead the Port through the significant environmental issues that all ports must address. The ideal candidate will have marine experience, likely as a boater, who understands and can address issues the Port faces such as maintaining reliable electric service on the docks, ensuring a safe and peaceful atmosphere and reinforcing a culture of safety and regulatory compliance. It is preferred that candidates have, or are willing to obtain, various certifications with the American Boat & Yacht Council, especially in electric, water and wastewater systems.
Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage. IRA that matches dollar to dollar, up to 3% of gross wages. Accrued PTO. 9 paid holidays plus two additional personal holidays.
For a complete position profile, full job description and to apply online, visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Open Recruitments". For questions, call 206-368-0050. The Port of Poulsbo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply by July 7, 2024. (First review, open until filled.)
Please mention you found this employment opportunity on the CareersInGovernment.com job board.
