Talent Pipeline Development Coordinator

Job Responsibilities

The Talent Pipeline Development Coordinator Will Lead High-Impact Workforce Programs
Design and manage internship and mentorship programs that give students and emerging professionals meaningful pathways into utility careers.
Identify future skill needs through labor market research and help shape long-term workforce strategies.
Build the tools, resources, and processes that keep programs running smoothly year after year.
Coordinate every stage of the intern and mentor experience—from recruitment and onboarding to support, development, and evaluation.

Grow Powerful Partnerships
Serve as a connector between Seattle City Light and schools, colleges, universities, and community organizations.
Bring partners together to align real-world learning opportunities with energy-sector careers.
Represent Seattle City Light in regional workforce and career-connected learning initiatives.
Strengthen K–16 engagement through school visits, career events, job shadowing, and educator outreach.

Turn Data into Insight
Design and conduct evaluations to understand program impact and identify opportunities for improvement.
Analyze participant feedback, program metrics, and outcome data to guide decision-making.
Maintain dashboards and reporting tools that highlight engagement, learning, and progress.
Use findings to shape future programs and long-range workforce planning.

Tell the Story & Expand Our Reach
Craft clear and engaging reports, presentations, and summaries for leadership, partners, and community audiences.
Develop outreach materials, guides, and digital content to promote opportunities across diverse communities.
Support recognition activities that celebrate interns, mentors, and partners.

Support the Business Side of the Work
Prepare and track consultant contracts that help drive program success.
Monitor program budgets and ensure resources are aligned with goals.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in planning and research related to human services, workforce development, education, human resources, program management, land use, urban economics, human services, environmental issues, conservation; or other work directly related to City planning and development work;
  and a baccalaureate degree in planning, urban design, environmental studies, public administration, or related field (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).
• Minimum two years of experience in workforce development, education, human resources, program coordination or related fields.
• Experience coordinating programs, managing partnerships, or supporting youth/early-career workforce initiatives.
• Ability to collect, interpret, and present data for program planning and evaluation.
• Strong communication skills, including writing, presenting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience working with diverse communities, schools, or community-based organizations.
• Experience designing or managing internship, mentorship, or early-career programs.
• Experience collaborating with K–12, community colleges, universities, or workforce development agencies.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple commitments.
• Familiarity with workforce equity strategies and career-connected learning ecosystems.