Training Coordinator

Prairie Island Indian Community•Welch Township, MN

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Training Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, administering, and evaluating employee training and professional development programs across Tribal Government Services. The position supports the Community’s commitment to employee development, career advancement, workforce readiness, succession planning, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. The Training Coordinator serves as the primary administrator for the organization's Skill Path program, coordinating employee skill development pathways and ensuring that training opportunities align with departmental needs, position requirements, employee development goals, and organizational priorities. The position works collaboratively with People & Culture, Education, TERO, department managers, supervisors, employees, and external training providers to identify workforce development opportunities and coordinate training programs. The Training Coordinator also coordinates the development, implementation, tracking, and annual review of employee Individualized Development and Training Plans (IDTPs).

Requirements

Associate degree in Human Resources, Education, Training and Development, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Workforce Development, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Two (2) years of experience in employee training, workforce development, Human Resources, education, organizational development, or a related field.
Experience coordinating training programs, employee development, or workforce-development activities.
Experience using Microsoft Office applications and electronic tracking systems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Education, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Workforce Development, or related field.
Experience working in Tribal Government or a Tribal organization.
Experience administering competency-based training or career-pathway programs.
Experience with HRIS or learning management systems.
Experience developing Individualized Development Plans or employee training plans.

Responsibilities

Coordinate organization-wide employee training and professional development programs.
Develop and maintain a monthly and annual training calendar based on organizational priorities, departmental needs, compliance requirements, and employee development plans.
Coordinate orientation, onboarding, technical, leadership, supervisory, professional development, safety, compliance, and job-specific training.
Schedule training sessions, reserve facilities, coordinate instructors, prepare materials, and communicate training requirements.
Maintain accurate records of employee training participation and completion.
Monitor required certifications, licenses, continuing education, and renewal requirements.
Evaluate training effectiveness through employee and supervisor feedback, completion data, assessments, and performance outcomes.
Coordinate internal and external training providers and maintain a directory of approved training resources.
Assist departments in identifying appropriate training solutions for performance, competency, or skill gaps.
Serve as the primary administrator and coordinator of the organization's Skill Path Program.
Review Skill Path requests for completeness and coordinate approvals with supervisors, department leadership, and People & Culture.
Work with managers and supervisors to identify required competencies, skills, certifications, and developmental milestones for each Skill Path.
Coordinate the organization's Individualized Development and Training Plan process.
Coordinate the creation of an IDTP for employees when required or requested.
Work with employees, supervisors, and managers to identify individual development needs.
Assist in identifying developmental goals related to: Current position requirements; Performance improvement; Career development; Skill acquisition; Leadership development; Certification requirements; Succession planning; and Career advancement.
Ensure IDTPs identify measurable development goals, training activities, timelines, responsible parties, and completion measures.
Schedule periodic follow-ups with employees and supervisors.
Maintain documentation of completed training and developmental activities.
Provide periodic IDTP status reports to managers and People & Culture leadership.
Coordinate annual review and update of IDTPs.
Ensure IDTPs are appropriately aligned with Skill Paths and organizational workforce-development initiatives.
Identify barriers to completion and work with supervisors and employees to develop reasonable solutions.
Maintain confidentiality of employee development information.
Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision
Ability to work well within the existing team and government structure
Sensitive to Native American Culture
Pass drug screen (UA) and a criminal background check
Valid driver’s license and proof of insurability
Other related duties as assigned.