Training Manager

Join Skookum and make a difference! Skookum is:

• A national leader in employment of individuals with disabilities and veterans.

• Comprised of a growing dynamic team of social entrepreneurs.

• Operating self-sustaining businesses across 13 states and the District of Columbia, with over 1,300 employees.

• Dedicated to providing incredible customer experience to our federal and private-sector customers.

• Committed to providing an incredible employee support and development program, tailored to the social mission.

Skookum's Bremerton, Washington Home Office supports nationwide operations through highly trained and motivated professionals in finance, human resources, vocational and workforce development, information systems, strategy, business development, communications, marketing, quality, safety, learning, and more.

Location: Bremerton, Washington

Type: Exempt

Compensation: $78,250 - $105,500/year (Skookum's compensation strategy is to position new employees between the minimum and midpoint of this range, depending on qualifications and experience.)

Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm (flexible start and end times depending on scheduling needs)

As a Training Manager, you'll be responsible for creating and executing our organizational learning strategy; managing and supporting the assessment of organizational needs; and for the design, implementation and evaluation of programs that foster the professional development and continuous learning of staff, supervisors, and emerging leaders.

The Training Manager leads the development and deployment of best-in-class accessible training experiences for Skookum employees, supervisors, and leaders. In collaboration with the Workforce Development, Human Resource departments and Skookum operational leadership, the Training Manager identifies training needs, creates training curriculum and/or supports the design of training curriculum by operations. The Training Manager will oversee training events and collect and analyze data on these training events.

The Training Manager will facilitate team-building activities, facilitate discussions and have a deep understanding of how adults learn. In addition to group trainings, the Training Manager will provide one-to-one leadership coaching. This position is expected to execute considerable independence of thought and action with sound and insightful judgement, including decision making.

• In collaboration with operational leadership, designs and deploys effective training strategies for Skookum employees, including orientation, onboarding, supervisory training, leadership training and special topics

• Leads and assists with design, development, and delivery of programs necessary to ensure Skookum leaders are developing competencies to support organizational strategies

• Conducts needs assessment surveys for training and staff development to enhance the effectiveness of employee performance in achieving the goals and objectives of Skookum

• Identifies and incorporates best practices and lessons learned into Skookum training offerings

• Develops accessible presentations for employees who are low vision, deaf and/or have learning and/or cognitive disabilities

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive catalog of trainings, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and addressing the professional development needs of employees.

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the training program by analyzing performance metrics, gathering feedback, and implementing improvements to enhance learning outcomes and business impact.

• Creates accessible audio-visual materials, instructor guides, and lesson plans with Skookum brand templates.

• Provides back-up for presenting the New Hire Orientation.

• Provides strategy, processes, and training content for on-boarding new employees.

• Leads continuous review of Skookum training courses, objectives, and accomplishments

• Prepares briefings and data analysis for executive leaders

• Develops and facilitates team-building exercises and workshops upon request by operations and functional teams

• Creates training content to teach Skookum employees about how to use technology systems

• Oversight of Training Specialist(s)

• Oversight of New Hire Orientation and large scale in-person and virtual leadership and supervisor training content

• Create trainings that incorporate small group activities, large group discussions and hands-on learning.

• Within days of requests, able to research and create professional level training content.

• Develop technical skills curriculum content- using Workday, resume writing, Excel workshops, etc.

• Develop soft-skills curriculum content-De-escalation, emotional intelligence, inclusive leadership, mental health tools, stress management, etc.

• Assist site leadership with researching and identifying technical training resources and programs. Certification examples: HVAC, CDL, Forklift

• Provides team and one-to-one consulting and coaching on leadership and professional development topics

• Present at site start-ups, throughout the nation, to deploy orientation and on-boarding support.

• Requires 6 - 8 weeks of out-of-state travel.

• Requires travel to Spokane and Whidbey Island quarterly.

• All Other Duties as Assigned*

You'd make an excellent Training Manager if you:

• Consider yourself a people person.

• Love working on collaborative teams.

• Are dedicated to internal and external customer service.

• Take pride in your work.

• Are drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission-driven work.

Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Elective 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% employer discretionary contribution after 90-days of employment

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Summary of desired skills and experience for the Skookum Training Manager:

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Social Science, Organizational Management, Human Resources, Learning and Development or related field is required. Master's degree is preferred.

• 5 - 8 years of experience in corporate training and/or college level teaching experience, demonstrated success in designing learning curriculum and strategy for large organizations is preferred.

• Equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered.

• A valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum's insurance.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.skookum.org to complete an application.

Current Employees: need to log into their Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Please reach out to your Recruiter if you need assistance.

Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Skookum is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or emailrecruiting@skookum.org.