Craft Training Program Manager

Avista; Spokane (WA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

401(k) match

Incentive programs

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Wellness resources

Tuition assistance

Community giving

Job summary

Avista is seeking a Craft Training Program Manager to lead technical and program management for craft training and workforce development in Spokane, WA. You will design, implement, monitor, and evaluate training programs, coordinating with operations, vendors, and educational partners to deliver scalable, compliant solutions.

The role oversees budget, schedule, quality, and governance, applying adult-learning principles to align workforce capabilities with safety and company needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field.
• 3+ years in training or program management.
• Experience with training programs, scheduling, curriculum coordination, or program administration.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and program design.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and program management leadership for craft training programs.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate training programs and governance practices.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, field operations, vendors, and educational partners.
• Oversee program delivery including budget, schedule, quality, and change management.
• Ensure compliant, scalable training solutions aligned with safety standards.

Skills

Program management

Training development

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Adult learning

Communication

Scheduling

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, workforce development, education, business, or related field

Job description

Craft Training Program Manager

• Full-Time
• Jack Stewart Training WA Spokane, WA 992178122, USA

Job Details

Job Description

Provides technical and program management leadership for craft training and workforce development programs that support safe, skilled, and job-ready craft workforce pipelines. Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates training programs, schedules, documentation, delivery methods, and program governance practices using adult learning principles to align workforce capabilities with organizational needs, safety expectations, and applicable training requirements. Coordinates with internal stakeholders, field operations, vendors, and educational partners to deliver effective, compliant, and scalable training solutions. Responsible for overall program delivery to include budget, timeline, quality, change management, communication plans, and deliverables.

Craft Training Program Manager I Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in construction management, workforce development, education, business, or related field.
• Three (3)+ years of progressively responsible experience in training, workforce development, project/program management, utility operations, or related areas.
• Demonstrated experience supporting training programs, scheduling, curriculum coordination, documentation, or program administration.
• Knowledge of construction, skilled trades, or utility operations preferred
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and learning program design and delivery.
• Effective and flexible written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and public speaking.
• Ability to effectively plan work activities, schedules, priorities, and utilization of resources.
• Ability to use appropriate technology to organize, synthesize, document, and communicate data.
• Project Management or Program Management experience preferred.

Hiring Range: $77,595 to $100,486

Craft Training Program Manager II Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in construction management, workforce development, education, business, or related field.
• Seven (7)+ years of progressively responsible experience in craft training, workforce development, project/program management, utility operations, or related area.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, multi-program training initiatives, developing training strategies, or implementing scalable learning solutions.
• Demonstrated experience supporting program governance, standards, and scalable program practices.
• Advanced knowledge of adult learning principles and learning program design and delivery.
• Advanced organizational skills to effectively manage multiple priorities, stakeholders, schedules, budgets, and program deliverables.
• Advanced analytical and communication skills to comprehend, interpret, and explain rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and program requirements.
• Ability to successfully develop and manage relationships at all levels of the organization and influence a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to use appropriate technology to organize, synthesize, document, and communicate data.
• Comprehensive knowledge of budget principles, development, and administration.
• Knowledge of construction, skilled trades, or utility operations preferred
• Project Management or Program Management experience preferred.

Hiring Range: $88,336 to $114,838

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our Jack Stewart location at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with additional day(s) determined by the manager.

Total Rewards

At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That’s why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well‑being of our team members and their families.

• Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
• Incentive programs rewarding performance and contributions
• Competitive paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation
• Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
• Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health
• Education and development support including tuition assistance
• Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact
• Other optional benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)

To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/.

We are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce.

In compliance with state laws, we provide the full salary range for each position, along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $77,595 - $141,339. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to [e-mail].

Pre-employment screening requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.

Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

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