Workforce Development Specialist

Calista Corporation • Anchorage, AK

3d

About The Position

The Workforce Shareholder Development Specialist supports Shareholder development and training programs focused on job readiness and career development. The role supports program coordination, recruitment, and Calista Corporation and Subsidiaries’ Shareholder Development goals and initiatives. The Specialist frequently handles confidential Shareholder and employee information and must comply with Calista policies and applicable federal and state laws. The position reports to the Workforce Shareholder Development Manager or their delegate and has no supervisory responsibilities.

The role involves supporting Shareholders and descendants with employment, education, training, and funding opportunities; coordinating development programs and partnerships; creating promotional and instructional materials; and contributing to workforce development and succession planning. The Specialist represents Calista at meetings and career fairs, participates in professional development, and may travel out of town, including to villages. The work environment is usually quiet, and occasional weekend or evening work may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university in business, management, human resources, or a similar field.
• At least two years of related Human Resources or Business Administration experience and/or program development experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to pass a drug and background screening.
• Ability to travel out of town for day trips, overnight travel, or travel to villages, using small aircraft, water vessels, commercial jets, and other ground transportation.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, organize, problem solve, and exercise good judgment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively individually, in a team environment, and in public presentations.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe.
• Knowledge of training and development programs, including internships, apprenticeships, and mentorships.
• Knowledge of English language structure and content, including word meaning and spelling, composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of project management or planning.
• Knowledge of the Calista Region, regional agencies, and statewide educational and training programs.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and processes, including Shareholder needs assessment, service quality standards, and program satisfaction evaluation.
• Knowledge of personnel recruitment, selection, training, onboarding, and offboarding procedures.
• Skills in resume building, interviewing, networking, and social media outreach.
• Skills in active listening, performance monitoring and assessment, reading comprehension, critical thinking, and written communication.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create reports, business correspondence, safety instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and creativity.
• Knowledge of grant application and administration processes.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to speak Yup’ik.
• Experience with Deltek and Adobe Professional.
• Preference is given to Calista shareholders and their descendants, spouses of Calista shareholders, and shareholders of other corporations established under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

Responsibilities

• Promote Shareholder hiring and development programs throughout Calista Corporation and its family of companies.
• Assist in coordinating and ensuring the success of the Calista Internship Program.
• Help Calista Shareholders and descendants locate and apply for employment, educational, training, and funding opportunities, and assist them in creating personal career portfolios.
• Offer career paths and training programs to help employees maintain or improve job skills.
• Follow up with Shareholder and descendant inquiries about employment, training, and social media.
• Network with Calista Education and Culture Inc. to maintain connections with current and former scholarship recipients.
• Assist in coordinating YK Workforce Development partnership meetings.
• Develop and maintain effective internal and external Shareholder development partnerships and networks with other Shareholder and workforce development teams.
• Help create marketing materials promoting Calista Corporation’s workforce and Shareholder development strategic initiatives.
• Assist with workforce development, succession planning, and tracking.
• Present information using instructional techniques and formats such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures.
• Provide input and recommendations to the Workforce Shareholder Development Manager for program improvements.
• Attend meetings or seminars to obtain information for training and development programs or inform management of program status.
• Participate in professional development through conferences, workshops, classes, or webinars.
• Represent and promote Calista Corporation at meetings and career fairs.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level