What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tribal STAR Workforce Development Specialist position at San Diego State University Research Foundation?
The salary range for this position is $5,720-$6,350 depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.
WHO WE ARE
Academy for Professional Excellence, a project of San Diego State University School of Social Work, was established in 1996 with the goal of revolutionizing the way people work to ensure the world is a healthier place. Our services integrate culturally responsive and recovery-oriented practices into our daily work to promote healing and healthy relationships. Providing around 70,000 learning experiences to health and human service professionals annually, the Academy creates experiences with the mission to provide exceptional learning and development experiences for the transformation of individuals, organizations, and communities. The Academy continues to grow with new programs and provide a variety of workforce development solutions in Southern California and beyond.
The Academy is committed to the recruitment of individuals who represent the full diversity of our community. We recognize that experience and skills related to the position may have been acquired via life experiences, work, and/or education and training. We are interested in learning more about your unique experiences and how they might contribute to our mission. We invest in people to create an innovative work environment that promotes well-being and a culture that builds on and fosters the strengths of its staff and their intersectional identities.
WHAT OUR TEAM DOES WITHIN THE ACADEMY
The Tribal STAR Program provides interdisciplinary training and technical assistance to support collaborative partnerships that improve outcomes for tribal foster youth and ensure ICWA compliance. The program focuses on connecting tribal youth to culture, community, and resources while promoting best practices in child welfare. Its initiatives target child welfare professionals at all levels to enhance services for Native American families.
Responsibilities:Responsibilities
YOUR ROLE IN REVOLUTIONIZING THE WAY PEOPLE WORK
- The Workforce Development Specialist plays a key role in supporting workforce development initiatives by collaborating closely with the Tribal STAR program team and partners. Responsibilities include organizing, convening, and facilitating workgroups and meetings with stakeholders to promote effective coordination and collaboration. The specialist is also responsible for writing, revising, and refining curriculum to align with program goals and workforce needs.
- In addition to curriculum development, the specialist delivers approximately 12 days of classroom training per year and provides individual and group coaching to learners as needed, based on program deliverables. The role also involves building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with county, Tribal, regional, and state stakeholders; demonstrating political acumen; managing stakeholder communications; and working closely with the Tribal STAR team to ensure successful program implementation.
THE WORK YOU WILL DO
You will be responsible for:
- Facilitating pre-assessments, analyzing data to develop learning objectives, developing and/or revising curriculum, and maintaining updated workforce training materials. Piloting, assessing, and refining curriculum and workforce development materials for in-person and virtual learning.
- Convening, training, and facilitating workgroups, delivering classroom training (approx. 12 days/year), and providing workforce development coaching.
- Building strong stakeholder relationships, managing communications, and collaborating with the Tribal STAR team on marketing and outreach.
- Stay informed on ICWA and other policy developments, participate in workforce evaluation and research, and engage in regional/statewide workgroups.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a liaison with key partners, ensuring collaboration and alignment with workforce development goals.
- Contribute to Academy committees, meetings, training, and special projects as needed.
Note: some duties may include working with and/or exposure to sensitive/traumatic topics or material dealing with child abuse, abuse against older adults and adults with disabilities, and/or issues and scenarios related to mental health, substance use, or racism.
The Academy is a project of the San Diego State University Research Foundation, which is grant-funded and serves as an auxiliary to the University. The Academy is based near, but not on campus, and does not have direct responsibilities for working with or teaching college students.
The Academy is currently working to update employee classifications. This position may be subject to a future classification change, however, this does not change the role, responsibilities, or compensation of the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education
- Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field
- OR
- Additional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year by year basis
- One year of experience leading or coordinating a program within the industry and/or supervising employee
- Three years of previous experience relating to the program/project management
- A master’s degree may be substituted for years of experience, up to 2 years
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE THAT WOULD BE NICE IF YOU HAVE
- Master's degree in Health and Human Services field, or related field
- Two years experience working with Native American communities
- Three years of previous experience relating to the program/project management
- 2 years working in child welfare, Indian child welfare, social work or related field
- 5 years working with Native American Communities
- Knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design and current workforce development trends
- Ability to develop curricula in a variety of modalities
THE SKILLS NEEDED
- Have expertise in adult learning theory, instructional design, and workforce development trends.
- Can develop curricula across multiple modalities.
- Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, colleagues, and training participants.
- Work well independently and as part of a team.
- Possess strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
- Foster collaboration and build strong working relationships.
- Show motivation, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills.
- Skilled in partnering with Tribal Nations through meaningful engagement, consultation, and collaboration
- You must apply through the SDSURF Career Page.
- Read the job application carefully. For more info, see the full Job Description.
- Make sure your application is complete, including a resume and cover letter describing your fit to the position.
- The salary range for this position is $5,720-$6,350 depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.
- This position is open until filled.
- Candidate must reside in California and live a commutable distance from employment at time of hire.
- To receive full consideration, a cover letter describing your fit to the position and resume must be included with your application.
- A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with SDSU Research Foundation.
- San Diego State University Research Foundation is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer.
- Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
