Ventura Port District, CA
Commercial Fisheries & Marina Manager

The Commercial Fisheries & Marina Manager is a newly established senior-level role. This position leads the Ventura Port District’s Marina Department with a focus on supporting commercial fishing operations at Ventura Harbor Village. The role combines cross-functional leadership in marina operations, tenant and vendor management, infrastructure oversight, and fisheries advocacy.

The District is seeking an empowered, involved, and inclusive leader to serve as the Commercial Fisheries & Marina Manager. The ideal candidate will be a bridge builder – someone who values being public facing while also mentoring and developing staff within the organization. The incumbent must have experience with property management of marinas; demonstrated experience working with or within the commercial fishing or maritime industry is strongly desired. Clear and effective communication across diverse audiences is essential, as is the ability to respond swiftly and thoughtfully in emergency situations. Experience navigating the public budgeting process and a balanced, solution-oriented approach to conflict resolution and stakeholder collaboration will be key to long-term success in this role. Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Major coursework in business administration, marine operations, public administration or a closely related field. A Master’s degree is desirable. A minimum of five (5) years in a management level role, preferably in harbor, marina, or public agency operations; accompanied with five (5) years of experience in property or facility maintenance management; and five (5) years supervising staff in an operations, maintenance, or property management capacity. Certification in marina management, facilities management, or public procurement is a plus. A valid California Driver’s License is required.

The annual salary range for the Commercial Fisheries & Marina Manager is $92,148 – $138,312; placement within this range is dependent on qualifications and experience. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Ms. Yasmin Beers at (916) 784-9080. Filing Deadline: September 5, 2025

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