Senior Manager, Community Advisory & Governance

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Location: New York / New Jersey Port Region Focus: Neutral Mediation, Governance & Maritime Community Relations

The Role

We are seeking a high-level, neutral diplomat to serve as the Port Community Advisory Council (CAC) Facilitator. This pivotal role is designed for a professional who can navigate the complex intersection of multi-billion dollar industrial operations and local community advocacy. You will be the impartial force responsible for managing the newly established Council, ensuring all voices - from global terminal operators to local activists - are heard and integrated into a productive dialogue.

Core Responsibilities

• Neutral Mediation: Act as a strictly impartial third-party mediator between the Port Authority, major terminal operators (including Maher, APMT, and Port Liberty), and community stakeholders.

• Governance Development: Research, draft, and implement "By-Laws" and "Governance Charters" to provide a structured and transparent framework for the Advisory Council.

• Conflict Management: Facilitate "high-friction" public meetings, expertly managing divergent perspectives regarding industrial growth, environmental impact, and public health.

• Stakeholder Bridging: Use your understanding of the maritime sector to translate technical terminal operations into meaningful conversations for community leaders, and vice versa.

Required Qualifications

• Professional Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of professional experience in dispute resolution, public facilitation, community engagement or high-level stakeholder management.

• NYC/NYS/NJ Public Agency Experience such as PANYNJ, MTA, NYSDOT, NYCDOT, NJDOT
• PANYNJ Experience Preferred

• Education: Master’s degree in Dispute Resolution, Public Administration, or a related field is strongly preferred.

• Proven Track Record in Neutrality: Demonstrated ability to maintain neutrality while working with powerful corporate entities and passionate community organizations.

• High-Stakes Facilitation: Documented experience leading public meetings where significant conflict or opposing viewpoints are present.

• Governance Expertise: Proven experience in establishing governance structures for public or advisory bodies.

• Industry Knowledge: A baseline familiarity with the maritime and port sector to effectively navigate industry-specific discussions.