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Employment Opportunities At Port Canaveral
We have some amazing projects coming up at the Port and we need great people with the vision and skills to help us move forward into an exciting future. If you're motivated to help make this happen, Port Canaveral may be the right place for you and you may be the next person to join our team!
Port Canaveral is a non-operating port in that Port tenants and sub-tenants provide most direct port operation services. For employment in these operational services (i.e. stevedore, pilot, porter, crane operator, etc.), please contact the companies in our Tenant Directory. You'll find the addresses and phone numbers you need there. For employment on cruise ships, contact the individual cruise lines listed in our Tenant Directory.
Employees of the Canaveral Port Authority take care of a variety of administrative and classified service duties. Our departments are listed below.
Administrative
Finance
Engineering/Construction
Marketing/Trade Development
Communications
Tenant Relations
Human Resources
Port Operations
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Classified Service
Public Safety (24/7 unarmed port security)
Terminal Operations (maintains appearance
and cleanliness of cruise terminals)
Parking
Landscape Maintenance
Building Maintenance (general maintenance,
electrical, plumbing, air conditioning, etc.) |
We offer Port Authority employees an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental, vision and life insurance. In addition, we have generous vacation and sick time accruals, eleven paid holidays and retirement accounts. We also offer direct deposit to our employees to help busy schedules flow more smoothly. The Canaveral Port Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, marital status, or disability which does not preclude the performance of the essential functions of the job, with reasonable accommodations provided as necessary. We are committed to providing a safe work environment and require pre-employment drug screening, completion of a medical health questionnaire, medical evaluation, a driver's license check by the Department of Motor Vehicles and a federal criminal background check as part of our employment process.
POSITION: Chief Financial Officer, Deputy Executive Director
This position is to serve as a business partner to the Chief Executive Officer, as senior management in this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the financial leadership and sound fiscal management in the areas of; Accounting, Budgeting, Grants, Payroll, Human Resources, Risk, Purchasing and Information Technology.
As the Chief Financial Officer you will direct the financial well being of the Port, by developing financial strategies, forecast conditions, identify and supporting business development opportunities, monitor and report financial performance.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic, business thinker who can provide strong and innovative financial and administrative leadership.
Responsibilities of the Chief Financial Officer include, but are not limited to;
Evaluate performance of accounting procedures and financial controls
Scrutinize overall revenue; operating income of the Port ensuring established financial targets are achieved.
Experience in strategic planning and execution.
Enhance, develop and implement financial policies and procedures which improve the overall financial performance of the Port.
Provide leadership and guidance to the Finance and Administrative services departments leading to the development of robust financial systems and process supporting Port’s growth strategies.
Balance growth and profitability goals to maximum results.
Proactively monitor trends in the maritime industry to identify risk and opportunities across key revenue and expense categories.
Present solutions and timelines to Chief Executive Officer when changes are identified.
Ability to anticipate accounting, financial reporting and administrative issues, assess their implications, determine their impacts and develop appropriate action plan.
Administers Port’s existing debt; supervises all grant applications and request.
Oversees independent external annual audit and prepares response to audit comments.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in finance, accounting or other related field; CPA Certification or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field preferred; supplemented by five (5) to seven (7) years professional management experience in finance or accounting, including two (2) years managerial experience in a non-government agency.
POSITION: Seaport Security Officer
SALARY: $ 11.55/Hour
Minimum Qualifications:
US Citizen, 18 years of age or older.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Florida driver’s license.
Ability to satisfactorily complete a 10-year employment background.
Possess a Florida class “D” security license at the time of employment.
Ability to qualify for a Canaveral Port Badge and a Transportation Workers Identification Card (TWIC).
Live within 60 miles or 1 (one) hour driving time of the Port.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
Education and/or experience that provides the knowledge, skill and ability to perform the supervisory and oversight duties and responsibilities of the position.
Ability to perform physical and cognitive tasks identified in the job description.
Prior physical security and/or law enforcement experience. Supervisory experience a plus.
Prior experience in dealing directly with the public.
Possess average computer skills.
Secondary language communication skills desirable.
JOB OBJECTIVE:
Responsible for communication and compliance with the statutory requirements of 33 CFR part 105 and FL Statutes 311, in addition to Department rules, policy and procedure; Port Canaveral tariffs, rules and regulations; and the Facility Security Plan (FSP). The Seaport Security Officer (hereafter referred to as ”SSO”) will maintain liaison with tenants, contract security, law enforcement personnel.
POSITION: Port Control Operator Level 1- Full Time
Grade: $ 9.75/hour
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED, valid Florida Driver’s License, experience with computers (MS Office) and type 30 WPM.
NOTE: This position requires shift work including nights, weekends and holidays.
This position assists in the execution of all activities administered by the Director of Public Safety. This position reports to the Manager, Administrative Services in the Police Department.
JOB DUTIES:
Utilize local, network and specialized computer systems to monitor CCTV systems, record radio communications, submit required reports, query the internet and local network, send and receive e-mails, and capture CAD information
Maintain continuous communications verbally, visually and in writing
Communicate clearly and concisely via radio, telephone and computer
Understand and apply pertinent Federal, State, and Departmental Maritime regulations
Be familiarize with the Port operations and physical layout
Provide courteous service, directions or information to the public and others as necessary
Monitor CCTV system for security violations, unusual situations, hazardous conditions, and congestion problems
Conduct video replay investigations and inquiries using appropriate standardized system and Department protocols, including snapshots and recordings of CCTV events.
Submit written reports on incidents when required.
Record all communications and events in the computerized shift log.
Make appropriate notification of events, incidents, or situations.
Perform support investigations through the use of CCTV and voice communications software and equipment
Other duties as assigned.
POSITION: Parking Attendant Level 1 - Part-Time - (5 Positions)
Salary: $ 8.75/hour
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED and valid Florida Driver’s License.
This position is the individual on staff of the Canaveral Port Authority who assists in the execution of Paid Parking Lot activities. This position reports to the Lead Parking Attendant and is under the technical direction of the Assistant Director, Operations.
JOB DUTIES:
Collect and safeguard parking fees collected from users of Canaveral Port Authority parking lots in accordance with CPA procedures.
Maintain an accurate accounting for all funds handled at the Canaveral Port Authority Parking Lots. Functions include pick up starting cash at designated location, verify accuracy of cash as shown on starting cash bag, collect fees, and prepare and deposit all receipts in designated bank depositories.
Safely facilitate the movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic in areas surrounding the assigned Cruise Terminals. Direct charter buses, passenger shuttles and taxis to designated drop-off and loading areas. Direct parking lot users to designated parking areas, i.e. employees, passengers, visitors, vendors and crewmembers.
Enforce parking restrictions and assist in identifying unlicensed taxis and shuttles. Assist in providing safety and security for users of parking lots and other outside facilities. Guard against abuse of CPA parking facilities. Lock and secure gates as directed at the close of business.
Operate manual and hydraulic passenger gangway at Cruise Terminals. Advise ship personnel when “lineup” is satisfactory. Ensure that gangways are used only when they are within specified operating parameters.
Provide transportation on approved vehicles for passengers and employees requiring assistance from their parking location to the Cruise Terminal.
Perform other duties as assigned.
POSITION: POLICE OFFICER
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary: $ 38,000
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications under Section 943, Florida Statutes as follows:
Be at least 19 years of age.
Be a citizen of the United States
Be a high school graduate or equivalent
Not have been convicted of any felony or of a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement.
Never received a dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States.
Have been fingerprinted by the employing agency with prints processed by the FDLE and FBI.
Have a good moral character.
Successfully pass a background investigation, to include drug testing.
Successfully complete the Florida Basic Recruit Training Program for the respective discipline, or equivalent.
Achieve a passing score on the State Officer Certification Examination
Candidates will also be required to successfully pass an oral board interview, pre-employment testing to include a polygraph, psychological exam, physical examination, physical abilities test, and drug screen.
Required Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Florida Operator’s License without restrictions other than corrective lenses.
Maintain current CPR certification to include the use of AED
Florida Certified Law Enforcement Officer
The successful candidate will possess all or some of the following qualifications
Strong Public Relations skills
Prior experience in the Maritime environment preferred
Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adapt
Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Canaveral Port Authority Chief of Police, responsible for law enforcement operations on the Port under F.S. 943, F.S. 311 and 33 CFR part 105. Provide professional assistance to Canaveral Port Authority staff in various areas of professional expertise; foster cooperative working relationships with and among the various federal, state and local, intergovernmental, and regulatory agencies; communicate verbally and in writing with various public and private groups, inter and intra-departmental personnel, and the public on policy, procedure and regulatory issues; and perform other related work as required.
How to Apply
You can apply online, by fax or via mail. (Please note that we do not accept or open any files attached to emails.) If you want to apply online, click here to fill out our online job application.
To apply by mail or fax, click here to download a printable version of the Port Canaveral Employment Application. Then fax your completed form to us at 321-394-3496 or mail it to:
Human Resources
Port Canaveral
445 Challenger Road, P.O. Box 267
Cape Canaveral, FL 32920
We look forward to hearing from you!
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