DESCRIPTIONThe Port of Long Beach is seeking an INTERMODAL OPERATIONS COORDINATOR in the Tenant Services Division. (This is an at-will position)
The Team... The Tenant Services Division supports Port customers/stakeholders 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 with Operational Excellence while demonstrating environmental stewardship.
Why we want to hear from YOU... The Port of Long Beach is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and diverse work environment, with the ultimate goal of making BELONGING a norm. We hire amazing qualified teammates from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. We recognize that embracing our differences, and establishing an environment that encourages a diversity of viewpoints and perspectives, makes us a stronger, more effective organization. We invite all of our teammates to bring their whole selves to work. We are huge advocates of LIFE/WORK BLEND - where LIFE leads the pack! Our teammates arrive daily with the ethos to collaborate, foster intellectual curiosity and provide unparalleled service. If you share these values and our enthusiasm, your next career opportunity is with THE PORT OF CHOICE!
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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES The Role... Under the supervision of the Manager of Intermodal Operations, the Intermodal Operations Coordinator is responsible for developing and maintaining effective operational relationships with the Port's customers, stakeholders, and supply chain partners. In this role, the Intermodal Operations Coordinator will identify key areas of focus and work collaboratively with customers and supply chain partners to develop innovative solutions that will improve efficiencies that reduce costs, increase throughput capacity, reduce delay, and maximize supply chain performance.
How you get to contribute... Specifically, the Intermodal Operations Coordinator will:
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and develop workflows that promote efficient movement of intermodal cargo through the Port complex.
- Administer various industry and community initiative programs, including, but not limited to, the Clean Trucks Program, Overweight/Oversize corridor and Rail Program.
- Promote Operational Excellence and Supply Chain Optimization (SCO) initiatives.
- Coordinate scheduled inspection of rail tracks within the Port complex via a third-party service provider.
- Oversee work assigned to contractors and consultants within the scope of the division.
- Represent the interests of the Port, its customers and supply chain partners, and the interests of the surrounding community in all meetings, initiatives and action plans involving intermodal operations.
- Provide safety awareness trainings and briefings to Port staff and third-party contractors and consultants as needed.
- Develop and maintain data collection protocols for various reports and intermodal performance measures.
- Monitor changes in various chassis provision models and work with relevant stakeholders to develop operating practices to optimize chassis utilization and availability.
- Provide support to the Manager of Intermodal Operations and the Division as needed.
- Serve as back-up contact for rail service outages and operational incidents.
- Perform other related duties as needed.
REQUIREMENTS TO FILE What success will look like.... The successful candidate has an understanding of ports and related intermodal operations. The ability to manage programs, analyze data, prepare reports and deliver presentations is also highly desirable.
What we're looking for... Education and Experience: - Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Transportation Logistics, or a closely related field required. 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.
- A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the logistic side of goods movement (railroads, shipping lines, marine terminals, or trucking).
- Ability to prepare, review, and evaluate rail and truck operational studies.
Technical Skills Requirements:- Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card during the course of employment.
- Must be able to use MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, Microsoft Teams, general video conferencing and other related applications.
- Must have a valid California Driver’s License to perform work-related duties, including driving to meetings and work-related events.
Additional Requirements:
- Must have strong writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner.
- Must have high-level organizational and planning skills so that workflow is managed efficiently and accurately; must be able to take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment within areas of responsibility.
- Must be flexible, able to handle frequent interruptions, and to prioritize tasks to complete multiple, time sensitive projects/tasks with competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to make effective oral presentations to managers, directors and the public required.
- Ability to understand, interpret, explain policies and laws related to intermodal operations is required.
- The ability to work both independently and in a team setting is required.
- Excellent customer service is required.
- May require occasional cross-country travel.
Desirable Professional Knowledge and Characteristics...
In order to REALLY catch our attention, your profile and experience will demonstrate the following professional attributes and strengths:
- Ability to perform rail inspections is preferred.
- Specific knowledge of the current principles, practices, trends, regulations and industry participants relevant to intermodal operations.
- Specific knowledge of the various types of physical equipment involved in intermodal operations including, but not limited to, chassis, heavy weight and special purpose trailers, railroad tracks, rail cards, and drayage trucks.
- Prior experience working with marine terminals in a Port environment is a plus.
This is an "at-will" position. The appointed candidate will serve at the discretion of the Port of Long Beach and can be terminated at any time. In such an event, the candidate has no right to any appeal or grievance procedure under any rule or regulation of the City of Long Beach. SELECTION PROCEDUREHow do we start the conversation? The final filing date for this recruitment is:
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 @ 11:59 pm PDT. The Port reserves the right to extend the closing date without notice in order to accept additional applications.
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a
c over letter , resume , and copy of degree (if utilizing that option) in PDF format with your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.
The Port reserves the right to extend the closing date without notice in order to accept additional applications. Those individuals determined to be most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process.
The City 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 City 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
The Port of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We do 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.
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Employee BenefitsThe City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
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Medical and Dental Insurance•
Life Insurance•
Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)•
Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave•
Deferred Compensation•
Credit Union Membership•
Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)•
Flexible Spending Accounts•
Free Employee Parking•
Paid Parental Leave* *Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).
Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
