Manager Digital Innovation

THE PORT OF LONG BEACH IS SEEKING A

MANAGER OF DIGITAL INNOVATION

Salary Range: $158700.085 - $222180.536

(This is an at-will position)

ABOUT US

The Port of Long Beach one of the worlds busiest seaports serves as an international gateway for the reliable efficient and sustainable movement of goods and is a leader in environmental stewardship. Credited with facilitating approximately $300 billion in trade the Port serves as a vital hub for international commerce and is a major transportation hub. East Asia trade accounts for the bulk of Long Beach shipments. Port-related international trade has a significant economic impact supporting millions of jobs that benefit both the region and the country as a whole.

THE TEAM

The Information Management (IT/IM) Division at the Port of Long Beach is a vibrant core team of technology professionals managing multiple third party vendors backed by an impressive annual budget of $44.9 million. This dynamic division is the heartbeat of the Ports information ecosystem responsible for shaping and safeguarding all aspects of data and technology management. At the core of our mission the IM Division ensures that accurate transformative data fuels our innovation operational excellence and environmental stewardship goals. We harness cutting-edge digital technologies to turn raw data into actionable insights and institutional knowledge driving our strategic 2050 vision forward.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) the Manager of Digital Innovation plays a pivotal role in driving the Information Management (IT) Divisions vision for a modern forward-thinking organization. This position leads the development and execution of an enterprise-wide digital and process strategy shaping how new technologies and workflows are designed implemented and scaled. By establishing best-in-class digital and technology portfolio management practices the Manager ensures initiatives deliver measurable value. With a strong focus on practical human-centered AI and other emerging technologies this role champions innovative solutions that boost internal efficiency streamline interactions with business and stakeholders and provide actionable insights to anticipate and meet the Ports evolving medium- and long-term needs.

CANDIDATE CONNECT (INFORMATION SESSION)

To learn more about this exciting career opportunity and the Port of Long Beach please join our virtual information session onTuesdayAugust 18 2026 at 5:00 PM PDT via MicrosoftTeams. This is a unique opportunity to hear first-hand about the position speak directly with hiring leaders ask questions and learn why the Port of Long Beach is your employer of choice! Candidates are not required to be on camera.Click here to join the meeting.

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HOW YOU GET TO CONTRIBUTE:

• Collaborate with the CIO and Information Management (IM) functions to enable and deliver medium and long-term forward leaning Port digital capabilities aligned with the Ports enterprise strategy.
• Develop and maintain IMs Digital Innovation and Process strategy incorporating emerging technologies such as human-centric AI-driven productivity tools and Low-Code/No-Code platforms.
• Define business and technical requirements for digital solutions including automated data capture and communicate them to business stakeholders.
• Engage CIO leadership to evaluate and apply forward-thinking digital needs specifically addressing how emerging technology trends can be applied in an ethical and human centered manner.
• Manage digital research and innovation efforts identifying scalable solutions while distinguishing between hype experimental trends and practical applications. Drive provenprocess transformation whileensuring the alignment of Information Managements vision with Ports business strategy.
• Effectively manage the delivery of a variety of enterprise-wide digital portfolios; ensuring effective delivery governance and alignment with business objectives.
• Analyze and improve upon innovative program delivery methodologies and relationship management standards.
• Develop and manage new ideas driving Proof of Concepts (POCs) initiatives to evaluate new technologies and accelerate innovation adoption.
• Work with other IM functions to assist in forecasting the Ports business needs by leveraging data-driven insights and predictive modeling.
• Manage vendor and consultant relationships to deliver digital transformation programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

DESIRABLE:

• A Masters Degree in Computer Science Business Information Technology or related discipline is highly desirable.
• Possession of the following professional certifications is favorable:Program or Project Management Professional and Information Technology Information Library (PgMP or PMP and ITIL)
• Experience in managing consulting with experience in managing vendors is preferred.
• Experience in agile project and program management and/or technical design and implementation is desired.
• Prior Port innovative product logistics transportation or supply chain experience is desired.

You will need strong negotiation skills political savvy excellent client/customer relation skills and exceptional public speaking/presentation skills to thrive. You must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various employees vendor representatives officials and Port management.

The final filing date for this recruitment is Monday August 31 2026 at 11:59 p.m. PDT. To be considered for this opportunity please submit your cover letter and resume as separate PDF files with your application. Incomplete applications (without a cover letter and resume) will not be considered.

Individuals who are most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process which may include a work-related assessment to further evaluate their qualifications. First and second-round panel interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of September 21 2026and week of September 28 2026. Candidates should ensure they are available both weeks. The successful candidate will be appointed shortly thereafter. References will be completed for finalist candidates; an employment offer is contingent upon the completion of a comprehensive background check.

The Port reserves the right to extend the closing date without notice in order to accept additional applications. Those individuals determined to be most qualified for the position will be invited to participate in the selection process.

The Port of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the Port of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction provide evidence to mitigate concerns or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting or BENEFITS:

The Port of Long Beach has established an annual salary range of $158700.85 - $222180.53. An attractive package of executive-level benefits is also included with the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse and dynamic areas of the United States. The Ports generous benefits package includes:

• Auto Allowance $550.00 per month
• Executive Leave 40 hours per year.
• Retirement CalPERS 2% @ 62 coordinated with Social Security. Current member contributions are 8.00% for CalPERS and 6.2% for Social Security paid by the employee.
• Pay for Performance Pay for Performance is awarded based on employee performance as demonstrated through achievement of individual goals demonstration of required competencies and available budget funds.
• Deferred Compensation The City contributes up to 5% of the base salary for all qualified members contributing to the 457(b) plan.
• Group Health Insurance Medical and dental options (HMO and PPO). Free vision coverage.
• Life Insurance City-paid life insurance policy of $20000 plus executive insurance benefit equal to three times annual salary up to a maximum of $500000.
• Disability Insurance City-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Vacation Vacation is accrued at 3.7 hours per pay period to begin which is equivalent to two weeks on an annual basis. Vacation can be used after six months of service.
• Sick Leave Accrued at 8 hours per month. Accruals may be converted upon retirement into cash credits toward health and/or dental insurance premiums or retirement service credits.
• Paid Parental Leave After six (6) months of City employment the City pays up to 30 consecutive days (160 hours) for eligible employees to take paid time to bond with the child upon birth adoption or foster placement of a child up to the age of 17.
• Holidays 11 scheduled holidays per calendar year and four (4) personal holidays.
• Bereavement Leave 5 days for the death or critical illness of an immediate family member.
• Education Reimbursement Tuition reimbursement allows employees to obtain additional education or training.
• Annual Physical Eligible to receive an annual physical examination at the citys expense through the city-provided program.
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness As the Harbor Department of the City of Long Beach a governmental agency the Port of Long Beach is a qualifying employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• 529 college savings plan The ScholarShare529 plan is an account that allows employees to invest specifically for future education expenses through the Long Beach City Employees Federal Credit Union. Funds can be used from your 529 savings plan to send your grandkids kids or even yourself to any accredited public or private U.S. college or university or two-year technical or vocational institution.

The Port of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression age status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.