This position offers a salary in the $250-$275,000 range. A starting salary at or near the top of the range is possible for the exceptional candidate.
The Port Authority of New York/New Jersey is seeking a Deputy Director, Commercial Development, an executive leader responsible for shaping and executing revenue strategies across the Port Authority’s five-airport system. This role oversees a broad commercial portfolio that includes concessions, aviation fees, transportation revenues, property development, parking, ground transportation, cargo, and other ancillary revenue streams. Leading a division of more than 30 professionals, the Deputy Director plays a central role in advancing long-term business objectives while ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, financial discipline, and customer-focused outcomes. Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field; an advanced degree is desirable. The successful candidate brings at least 15 years of progressively responsible experience.
Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field; an advanced degree is desirable. The successful candidate brings at least 15 years of progressively responsible experience in commercial development, revenue strategy, real estate, finance, or a related discipline, along with a demonstrated record of executive leadership, high-stakes negotiations, stakeholder engagement, and effective communication at the senior level. Commercial and/or financial experience in an aviation environment is strongly preferred.
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
became the nation’s first bi-state agency when
it was founded in 1921. It builds, operates,
and maintains many of the most important
transportation and trade infrastructure assets in
the country. The agency’s network of aviation,
ground, rail, and seaport facilities is among
the busiest in the country, supports more than
550,000 regional jobs, and generates more than
$23 billion in annual wages and $80 billion in
annual economic activity.
