Workforce Development Officer

THE PORT OF LONG BEACH IS SEEKING A WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER)

(This is an at-will position)

Salary Range: $50.29 - $68.44

The Port of Long Beach, one of the world's busiest seaports, is an international gateway for the reliable, efficient, and sustainable movement of goods and is a leader in environmental stewardship. Credited with moving approximately $300 billion in trade, the Port serves as a critical hub for international commerce and is a major transportation center. East Asian trade accounts for the bulk of Long Beach shipments.

Port-related international trade has a wide-ranging economic impact, supporting millions of jobs that benefit the region and the country.

The Government Relations Division leads the charge in building powerful connections between the Port of Long Beach and key decision-makers, whether elected officials, legislative staff, agency leaders, or appointed officials at the local, state, and federal levels. The Division also oversees the Port’s education and workforce development programming to connect students and workers with a number of training and job opportunities in the supply chain.

With a sharp focus on shaping the future, the Government Relations Division goes beyond just outreach, offering expert legislative analysis and advocacy to push the Port's initiatives forward. Their mission? To champion the Port's vital programs and secure the funding needed to keep it thriving and ahead of the curve!

Reporting to the Manager of Workforce Development, the Workforce Development Officer plays a key role in advancing the Port’s mission by supporting innovative education and workforce initiatives that inspire and prepare the next generation of port professionals. This dynamic role involves engaging directly with schools, labor organizations, community groups, and public agencies to help implement impactful programs that build pathways to port-related careers.

The Officer helps cultivate strategic partnerships with educational institutions, unions, and employers to develop career-focused training opportunities, including internships, pre-apprenticeships, and workforce readiness programs. With a strong community presence and a passion for equity in economic opportunity, the Officer serves as an ambassador for the Port’s values, connecting people, programs, and purpose to help drive regional economic growth and talent development.

• Provide guidance and day-to-day supervision, supporting task delegation, coaching, and development over the Port’s education and workforce development programs; assists the Manager with oversight of consultants, contractors, and project partners involved in education and workforce development initiatives;
  Work collaboratively with the Workforce Development Specialist, who also reports to the Manager of Workforce Development
• Lead the development and delivery of engaging community outreach, educational tours, and presentations that promote public awareness of Port initiatives and foster a positive community image.
• Lead and participate in meetings and activities with state and federal workforce boards as a representative of the Port, supporting alignment with regional and national workforce goals
• Assist in the development and coordination of K–12 education programs, including curriculum support, school partnerships, and student engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate district-wide school engagement efforts in collaboration with the Manager, supporting scholarship, internship, and career pathway programs.
• Participate in the scholarship program review panel, providing input during evaluation and selection processes.
• Lead and coordinate logistics and partner engagement for the Summer High School Internship Program, working closely with school districts and workforce boards to ensure successful execution.
• Assist with identifying and supporting grant opportunities, including tracking deliverables, gathering data, and contributing to proposal development in collaboration with the Manager.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, educators, and consultants to enhance the educational value and public…