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, 170 guest moorage slips and 400 LF of side tie moorage on the breakwater. 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 Port Manager oversees all aspects of the Port of Poulsbo’s operations, including fiscal management, personnel administration, public relations, risk management, and long-range planning. This role ensures the Port operates in alignment with its mission and the policies and goals set by the Port Commission. Reporting directly to the Port Commission, the Port Manager is responsible for monitoring performance, maintaining compliance with policies and regulations, and implementing the Commission’s comprehensive plan. Decisions made by the Port Manager significantly impact public safety, insurance ratings, legal liabilities, public relations, costs, and employee performance. This role is instrumental in shaping the Port’s strategic vision and operational success.
Education & Experience: Prior experience with state and federal laws related to Port operations and knowledge of how the laws affect this Port District is desired. Must acquire knowledge of federal, state and local laws pertaining to the port. Prior experience similar to marina operations and management, which might be acquired through experience as an Assistant Port Director in a larger or similar sized port, airport manager, cruise ship operation manager, resort manager or public utilities manager is desired. Experience in revenue-producing management and familiarity with the concept of "triple bottom line", and the ability to take into consideration the organization's fiscal, social and environmental areas of responsibilities is desired. While not mandatory, it is desired that the selected candidate will have four years of college with emphasis on management and finance, or commensurate education, experience or training.
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 April 27, 2025. (First review, open until filled.)
For a complete position profile and to apply online, visit Prothman at https://www.prothman.com/ and click on "Open Recruitments". For questions, call 206-368-0050.
