Training & Development Coordinator

Hourly Wage

$26.94/Regular/Full-Time

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.

Announcement #:
Issue Date: 01-12-26
Closing Date: 01-26-26

Develop and implement a comprehensive training plan, coordinate apprenticeship programs and educational institutions, and establish formal agreements (MOUs) to expand training partnerships. Oversee the annual YN TERO Training Survey, analyze data to identify training needs, and use findings to improve program offerings. Schedule and facilitate training sessions, manage client progress records, and prepare reports for program leadership and the HEW Committee.

Serve as a liaison between TERO clients, employers, and training providers to ensure alignment with workforce demands and compliance with TERO ordinances.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive training plan for TERO clients.
• 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.
• Assist 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 round tables 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.

Knowledge of: Workforce development principles and best practices; designing a training program and adult learning methodologies; tribal employment rights and compliance requirements; data collection and analysis for program improvement.

Skills in: Strong written and verbal communication; 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.

Abilities: Ability to work collaboratively with internal staff and external partners; manage multiple projects and meet deadlines; analyze labor market trends and align training programs to diverse…