Apprenticeship & IRA Compliance Specialist

About the role

This onsite position, based out of our Fargo, North Dakota office, oversees company-wide compliance with the Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) apprenticeship and prevailing wage requirements. The role ensures proper documentation, reporting, and coordination between field operations, internal teams, and third-party compliance consultants to maintain eligibility for IRA tax incentives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full lifecycle of PACK Power’s Apprenticeship Program, including enrollment, tracking, documentation, and progression.
• Develop, administer, and continuously improve the company’s IRA and apprenticeship programs to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements.
• Partner with state and federal apprenticeship agencies to maintain compliance with Department of Labor standards; act as primary liaison with federal and state agencies, auditors, and third-party consultants.
• Track on-the-job training (OJT) hours, classroom instruction, and skill sign-offs in accordance with registered program requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for apprentices, foremen, and field leaders on program questions, requirements, and advancement steps.
• Develop communication materials, handbooks, and progress reports to keep participants and supervisors informed.
• Work with Field Trainers and Operations leadership to define technical competencies by role and ensure consistent evaluation criteria.
• Monitor internal tracking systems for apprenticeship programs.
• Gather and analyze data to provide recommendations for improving the apprentice-to-foreman pipeline.
• Collaborate with operations and HR teams to align apprenticeship participation with business goals, forecasting labor needs and talent pipelines.
• Partner closely with HR, Safety, and Operations to ensure training and compliance align with company policies and project needs.
• Maintain accurate reporting for leadership on apprenticeship status, completions, and workforce readiness.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports weekly and ensure timely submission through the clients’ required platforms; review labor classifications, fringe benefit allocations, and compliance statements in collaboration with payroll and client requirements.
• Respond to audit inquiries or requests for supporting documentation from the third-party carrier, clients, or regulatory agencies.
• Review weekly labor hours, ensuring apprenticeship utilization ratios are accurately tracked and reported in compliance with IRA guidelines (e.g., 15% apprentice hours).
• Oversee audits, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements with limited supervision, ensuring timely submission and accuracy of data.

Requirements

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in construction workforce development, training coordination, or apprenticeship administration.
• Prior experience with apprenticeship programs and/or certified payroll strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeship standards preferred.
• Knowledge or prior experience with the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Prevailing Wage Apprenticeship (PWA).
• Experience working in a field-based or technical construction environment is a plus.

Skills

• Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility.
• Strong understanding of construction roles and progression (laborer, apprentice, journeyman, foreman, etc.).
• Excellent organization and follow-through; able to track multiple programs and deadlines.
• Skilled communicator with the ability to engage employees across office and field settings.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 Suites.
• Ability to read and interpret apprenticeship standards and compliance requirements.
• A passion for helping people grow and succeed in their careers.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Parental leave
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Paid time off, paid holidays, bereavement leave
• Employee/family-focused culture