Kira Erickson reports from the Port of South Whidbey board meeting of Tue., Sep. 9, 2025 for the South Whidbey Record. Read the whole story.
After a few months of uncertainty, the Port of South Whidbey has a new executive director.
Over the summer, the port district relied on a combination of interim executive directors and a consultant to conduct day-to-day business. Most recently, Rich Huebner served as the temporary director while the search for a more permanent leader was ongoing. Angi Mozer, the port’s former executive director, left her position at the end of June.
During a meeting Tuesday, the port’s board of commissioners unanimously voted to select Jim Pivarnik as the next executive director. Pivarnik formerly served as the executive director for the Port Townsend and Kingston port districts and had been working as a consultant for the Port of South Whidbey since July.
They Said It
Following an executive session at the beginning of the meeting, Commissioner Curt Gordon led the discussion on the top position. As Gordon explained, it turns out that Pivarnik is going to be available not only more often, but for a longer period of time than expected when negotiations first began a couple of months ago.
“And in an effort to get the port in good condition for another executive director down the line, Jim has made himself available for an open-ended contract to be our current executive director for as long as it takes,” Gordon said.
Commissioner Greg Easton said he was pleased to hear that Pivarnik is available for the role.
“I really appreciate having somebody with his experience in the port industry, his contacts, and his familiarity with a port of this size,” Easton said.
Commissioner Jack Ng agreed and said he was excited to have Pivarnik help the Port of South Whidbey. He noted his good reputation with the Washington Public Ports Association.
On the Ballot in November 2025
| PORT OF SOUTH WHIDBEY |
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| Commissioner, Position 3 Curt Gordon, the incumbent |
