Training & Development Coordinator-TERO

About the role

The Training Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing all training and workforce development activities within the Yakama Nation TERO Program. This position ensures that TERO clients have access to high-quality training opportunities that lead to meaningful employment and career advancement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive training plan for TERO clients.
• Cook up and coordinate with apprenticeship programs, unions, and training providers to create MOUs and partnerships.
• Manage scheduling, logistics, and delivery of training sessions.
• Oversee the annual YN TERO Training Survey and analyze results to improve training offerings.
• Maintain accurate records of training activities and client progress.
• Collaborate with TERO staff to align training initiatives with employment opportunities.
• Prepare reports for HEW Committee and other stakeholders on training outcomes.
• Aid through grant support for training programs by identifying and applying for workforce development grants and training-related funding opportunities and compliance requirements.
• Develop a Career Pathway program by creating career pathway guides for TERO clients in high-demand trades and professions and work with employers to identify skill gaps and align training programs accordingly.
• Develop Job Readiness Workshops by organizing workshops on resume building, interview skills, workplace etiquette, and providing soft skills training (communication, teamwork, problem-solving).
• Coordinate certification and credentialing by accessing industry-recognized certifications (e.g., OSHA, CDL, First Aid) and maintaining a database for a skills bank, client certifications and renewal dates.
• Engage with employers to host employer roundtables to discuss workforce needs and training alignment and developing pre-apprenticeship programs in collaboration with local businesses.
• Track data and provide reporting through training outcomes and employment placements.
• Implement technology integration through online learning platforms for remote training and maintaining a resource library of training materials and recorded sessions.
• Initiate community outreach by promoting training opportunities through social media, newsletters, and community events and to coordinate with schools and colleges for youth career awareness programs.
• Supports compliance by ensuring training programs meet TERO ordinance requirements and monitors contractors' training commitments under TERO agreements.
• Ensures continuous improvement by conducting post-training evaluations and client feedback sessions and recommend program enhancements based on survey data and industry trends.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Education, Workforce Development, Human Resources, or related field.
• Experience: Two years of experience in training coordination, workforce development, or related area.
• Substitution: An Associate's degree plus four years of relevant experience may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.
• Substitution: A high school diploma/GED plus six years of progressively responsible experience in training coordination or workforce development may substitute for a degree.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of: Workforce development principles and best practices.
• Strong knowledge in designing a training program design and adult learning methodologies.
• Tribal employment rights and compliance requirements.
• Data collection and analysis for program improvement.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Project management and organizational skills.
• Negotiation and partnership-building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database management.
• Proficiency in Learning Management Systems (LMS) and virtual training platforms.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal staff and external partners.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to analyze labor market trends and align training programs accordingly tailored to diverse client needs.
• Ability to interpret survey data and apply findings to program development.
• Ability to build and maintain partnerships with external organizations.

Benefits

Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.