Boating Safety Program Manager (Compliance & Regulatory Manager 1

Position: Boating Safety Program Manager (Compliance & Regulatory Manager 1)
Initial Posting Date:08/17/2026

Application Deadline:08/30/2026

Agency:

Oregon State Marine Board Salary Range:$6,834 - $10,569

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Boating Safety Program Manager (Compliance & Regulatory Manager
1)

Job Description:

Now Hiring! Boating Safety Program Manager (Compliance & Regulatory Manager
1)
The Mission of the Oregon State Marine Board (OSMB) agency is to serve “Oregon's recreational boating public through education, enforcement, access and environmental stewardship for a safe and enjoyable experience.” This position leads the Boating Safety Program that directs the program’s eleven staff responsible for statewide boating safety education and outreach.

As Boating Safety Program Manager for OSMB, you will oversee mandatory boater education, towed watersports education and motorboat certifications, guides and outfitters credentialing, boating safety advocates, guide and outfitter investigations, contracts with over 30 Sherriff Offices and Oregon State Police to provide marine law enforcement, statewide marine law enforcement training, waterway obstructions reporting and mitigation, waterway markers, marine event permits, special use device permits, livery registration and education, statewide boating enforcement special emphasis patrols, and grant management.

The Boating Safety Program Manager is part of the Executive Agency Management Team and provides consultation, guidance and support to the other managers on boating safety. It is responsible for working with other agencies, law enforcement, national boating organizations, legislative staff and the Marine Board as it relates to boating safety.

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What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

Five years of lead work, supervision, or progressively related experience; ORTwo years of related experience AND a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Desired Attributes:

Professional subject matter knowledge and experience in recreational boating safety, industry standards, policies, procedures, rules and regulations is preferred.

Experience in using data to inform decision-making in order to optimize and leverage resources that support the mission and goals of the agency.

Advanced knowledge of project management principles, processes, and techniques.

Demonstrated experience troubleshooting operations or technical issues as well as policy issues, recommending a logical and effective course of action based on analysis of the situation.

Exceptional communication skills (verbal and in writing) with the proven ability to present information clearly, logically, and persuasively.

Demonstrated ability to collaborate with teammates and build positive professional relationships with leadership, peers, clients, and other shareholders outside of our organization.

Preference may be given to those with valid Oregon-issued Boating Safety Education Card or with ability to be obtained within 90 days of hire.

All of our employee’s points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our desired attributes listed.

Application Details and Instructions Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Please ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday account.

This announcement is for 1 (one), full-time, permanent, Management Service
- Supervisory, Boating Safety Program Manager (Compliance & Regulatory Manager
1) position and may be used to fill future vacancies.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

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