Port Authority Executive Director
Career Opportunity
Career Opportunity
Executive Director
DETROIT WAYNE COUNTY PORT AUTHORITY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR POSITION:
The Detroit Wayne County Port Authority is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Port Executive Director.
The Executive Director is considered the Chief Executive Officer of the Authority and reports directly to the Board of Directors.
This position will manage and oversee all functions of the Authority, including finance, marketing, business development, operations, personnel, engineering, construction, asset acquisition, asset maintenance, security, contract negotiation and management, and public relations. He or she will assist the Board of Directors with establishing and implementing short- and long-term Authority goals and objectives.
The ideal candidate will be experienced in international logistics and will have worked with private and public entities to promote increased use of logistics infrastructure to move Michigan products to domestic and international markets.
The successful candidate in this position will work on-site at the Detroit Wayne County Port Authority in Detroit, Michigan.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, International Affairs, Business Administration, or related field.
- Port Authority experience strongly preferred, but not required.
- Experience in government financing, including grants and bonds.
- Experience in government affairs preferred, but not required
- Five to seven years of professional experience (10 years preferred) in upper management, transportation, program administration, planning, and policy development.
TO APPLY:
Interested and qualified applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to:
Tanya Bowman, Executive Recruiter
Thomas J. Adams, President & CEO
TJA STAFFING SERVICES, INC.
2000 Town Center Drive, Ste. 1140 / Southfield, MI 48075
(313) 638-1396 – Office / (313) 638-2746 – Fax
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Detroit River Youth Career Expo 2026
Job Posting
A hands-on exploration of water-linked education and career pathways
Launched in 2024, this annual event, co-organized with U-M’s Detroit River Story Lab, showcases water-related educational and career opportunities to students and young adults in the Metro Detroit region. Students hear from experts in a wide variety of environmental and other water-related fields on how to build a successful and rewarding career, whether they are interested in science, policy, cutting edge research, or hands-on maritime fieldwork.
- Date & Time: Friday, April 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Location: Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority, 130 E. Atwater (on the Riverwalk)
- Who should attend: Metro-Detroit youth (ages 15–25), plus teachers and families
- Lunch: Lunch is provided for registered youth participants.
What is the Detroit River Youth Career Expo?
The Detroit River Youth Career Expo is an interactive event designed to help young people explore real-world careers and educational pathways connected to the water, the riverfront, and the regional economy. Meet employers and recruiters, learn about training programs, and connect with universities and community partners—all in one place.
Program Highlights
At the Expo, you can:
- Meet recruiters
- Learn about training programs
- Tour docked working vessels and hear from their crews
- Talk with university faculty about cutting-edge research
- Meet local employers and learn about good-paying jobs
Career Sectors Represented
You’ll have opportunities to explore pathways in:
- Maritime
- STEM
- Health & Education
- Culture & Communication
Event Sponsors:
Event Details
- When: Friday, April 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Where: Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority, 130 E. Atwater, Detroit, MI (on the Riverwalk)
- Who: Metro-Detroit youth (15–25) and their teachers and families
- Lunch: Provided for registered youth participants
Registration
Spots may be limited, register in advance.
