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Port Foreman A

Albany, NY ยท On-site

$50 - $65/hr

The Port Foreman A serves as a key operational leader, driving productivity, coordinating resources, and ensuring smooth communication across all terminal activities. Essential Duties ...

Operations Manager tasked with implementing the direction, coordination, and evaluation of related ... Invoice vetting for the USA port operations. Perform SAP signoffs in the system. Function:

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Port Truck Driver

Jamaica, NY ยท On-site

$30/hr

Coordinating with logistics teams to avoid delays and ensure smooth operations. * Hauling containers to and from NY/NJ port terminals (e.g., Port Newark, Port Elizabeth, Maher, APM, GCT, PNCT) and to ...

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How much do port operations coordinator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for port operations coordinator in the United States is $24.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Port Operations Coordinator vs Port Logistics Specialist?

AspectPort Operations CoordinatorPort Logistics Specialist
CredentialsRelevant certifications (e.g., OSHA, maritime safety)Logistics or supply chain certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentPort facilities, shipping yards, operational sitesWarehouses, shipping companies, port terminals
Employer & Industry UsageShipping companies, port authorities, maritime firmsLogistics firms, freight forwarders, port operators
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding port operations roles and responsibilitiesFocus on logistics planning and supply chain management

The Port Operations Coordinator primarily manages daily port activities, ensuring smooth cargo handling and safety compliance. In contrast, the Port Logistics Specialist focuses on coordinating shipments, optimizing supply chain processes, and managing freight logistics. While both roles require knowledge of port procedures, the Coordinator emphasizes operational oversight, whereas the Logistics Specialist concentrates on logistics planning and coordination.

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Port Operations Coordinator

United States Coast Guard - ABILITY Job Fair

Baltimore, MD โ€ข On-site

$102K/yr

Other

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

This vacancy is for a GS-2150-12, Port Operations Coordinator located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, OFFICE OF NAVAL ENGINEERING in Baltimore, MD.
Qualifications:

To qualify at the GS-12 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis.

  • Pilots vessels into harbor with either directing vessel crews or using commercial tug operators.
  • Coordinates movements of vessel with assign crews, commercial tug operators and local waterway officials.
  • Participates in Risk Assessments vessel movements in restricted waters.
NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or related applicable assessment) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:This position does not have a positive education requirement.
Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.Employment Type: OTHER