Blue Print Trainer - Program District Assistant

Description:

The South Bay Workforce Investment Board, Inc. (SBWIB, Inc.) is seeking highly motivated individuals to function as Program District Assistant \- Training Specialist between subcontracted One\-Stop/WorkSource Centers and the South Bay Workforce Investment Board, Inc. The Program District Assistant (PDA) \- Training Specialist will be responsible for facilitating employment retention workshop trainings to CalWORKs participants under the Transitional Subsidized Employment (TSE) Program. The incumbent must understand the function and goal of the TSE program and be able to motivate TSE program participants to achieve their professional goals through employment. The PDA Blueprint Trainer may be required to travel/train locally, throughout LA County. Mileage is reimbursed. Bilingual (English \& Spanish) preferred but not required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the GAIN Program Director (or designee), the Program District Assistant \- Training Specialist's duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work with staff and One\-Stop/WorkSource Centers to plan, evaluate, and implement Blueprint 1/11 employment/retention workshops and presentations
• Conduct various practice testing and/or assessments to identify areas of risk and refer those students who require further evaluation or follow\-up services to the appropriate One\-Stop/WorkSource staff or programs
• Deliver Worker's Compensation basic safety information to TSE participants
• Participate in meetings, events, or other special activities
• Prepare and submit weekly reports as directed by the manager
• Participate in routine LA County Regional Staff Meetings and SBWIB GAIN Unit meetings as directed
• Travel locally and throughout LA County as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in liberal arts, Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Public Administration, or related fields\\*

At least two (2\) years of experience in delivering presentations, group facilitation, and conducting workshops, job readiness or life skills training\\*

• Bilingual (English \& Spanish) is preferred
• Must have experience with public speaking and possess strong presentation, verbal, and written communication skills
• Possess good interpersonal skills and be able to collaborate effectively with various levels of staff, Board members, or Partners
• Must be able to communicate effectively in groups, public settings, and with people with diverse backgrounds, opinions, and needs
• Must have good organizational skills and be able to manage multiple tasks and projects in a timely and efficient manner
• Must be self\-directed, self\-motivated, and comfortable working independently with little to no supervision
• Able to think quickly, strategically, and execute new ideas in a fast\-paced environment
• Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite (including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) and virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams
• Reliable transportation with a valid California Driver’s License and insurance are required.
• Must be able to successfully pass background and reference clearances
• Must be able to follow all safety protocols enforced by the Company, as listed below under the working conditions

\\or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties as described. Education may be substituted for experience on a year\-for\-year basis

### Role Expectations

• This position requires a consistent, reliable on\-site presence and active engagement in program activities, including in\-person interaction with participants, staff, and partners.
• The role requires flexibility, professionalism, and the ability to adapt to varying schedules, locations, and program needs while maintaining accountability for assigned responsibilities.
• The essential functions of this position are integral to its purpose and cannot be modified or removed without fundamentally altering the nature of the role. Individuals accepting this position acknowledge their ability to perform these essential duties as described.

Working Conditions

• This position requires flexibility and adaptability in response to program needs, scheduling requirements, and organizational priorities.
• Must be able to manage multiple responsibilities, work within established timelines, and maintain accuracy and consistency in assigned tasks.
• Requires periods of walking, standing, and sitting for extended durations, including active participation in trainings, meetings, and on\-site activities.
• Regular travel is required to various locations throughout the service area, including program sites, partner locations, and meeting venues.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license may be required based on assigned duties and work locations.
• Duties are performed in a combination of office, classroom, and field\-based environments, requiring in\-person engagement across multiple locations.

Salary \& Benefits

This is a full\-time, non\-exempt position (40 hours/week), generally with a starting pay rate of $24\.55 \- $30\.59 per hour, commensurate with experience. SBWIB, Inc. offers a comprehensive employee benefits package, which includes:

• 75% insurance premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee\-only
• Sick and vacation time
• 14 Paid holidays
• 401k plan with a superb employer match %
• $15,000 Life Insurance policy paid for by the employer
• Voluntary supplemental benefits
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Employees are eligible to enroll in the company's health benefits package on the first of the month after completing 60 days of employment.

This job description aims to provide essential information about the position's scope and is not exhaustive regarding experience, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the role. Management retains the sole right to add, modify, or exclude any essential or non\-essential requirement at any time, with or without prior notice. Completion of any job requirement by the employee does not create a contract of employment of any kind.