What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Training Specialist position at Goodwill Industries of Tenneva, inc.?
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At Goodwill, your work changes the lives of people with diverse barriers, helping them gain employment and live more fulfilling lives, too.
What other benefits does Goodwill offer?
- Competitive Pay
- Medical Benefits Including Dental and Vision
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Generous Paid Time Off, Including Your Birthday
- Cross-Training and Advancement Opportunities
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Employee Discount
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JOB SUMMARY
This full-time role delivers job readiness and digital skills training through workshops, career navigation, and personalized guidance. Responsibilities include collaborating with the Training Department to develop Career Pathways, managing the Learning Management System, supporting online learners, tracking program data, and promoting training opportunities at community events. This position also supports special projects and contributes to department growth.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Facilitate job readiness and digital skills workshops for partner organizations.
- Provide career navigation and guidance to trainees and employees.
- Assist individuals with career decisions, including choosing professions and relevant credentials.
- Collaborate on designing Career Pathways and developing training guidelines.
- Track and analyze data for reporting and program development.
- Assist in labor market research and aligning training programs with community and employer needs.
- Promote training opportunities and raise awareness within the community.
- Manage GITA’s Learning Management System, including grading and course material development.
- Lead online training sessions and information sessions to support learner/partner engagement.
- Attend community events to promote services and build partnerships.
- Track class attendance, completion rates, and participant demographics.
- Contribute to special projects to meet department goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Job Competencies
- Communication Skills: Ability to clearly present concepts and facilitate workshops.
- Customer Service: Strong interpersonal skills to support learners with empathy and professionalism.
- Career Coaching: Expertise in guiding career decisions and selecting appropriate credentials.
- Data Management: Proficient in tracking and analyzing data for decision-making and reporting.
- Project Management: Strong organizational skills to manage projects and meet deadlines.
- Training & Development: Experience in creating training materials and managing learning systems.
- Collaboration: Ability to work with cross-functional teams to develop programs aligned with community needs.
- Problem-solving: Proactive in identifying challenges and finding solutions to improve programs.
- Marketing & Outreach: Capable of promoting programs and building partnerships.
- Adaptability: Flexible in adjusting to changes in technology, processes, and community needs.
Education and Experience
- Associate's degree in a relevant field (Education, Training and Development, Human Services, Social Services, etc.) or equivalent work experience.
- Demonstrated competency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Certification a plus.
- Employment history that demonstrates the ability to work independently.
- Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; willing to travel within the region
- Must be able to attend conferences or training outside of the region as needed
Safety Statement
“No job is so important and No service is so urgent that we cannot take the time to perform our work safely.”
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Goodwill is an equal opportunity employer
