DOL TAP Facilitator (Part Time) - Fort Irwin, CA

Serco; Fort Irwin (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Serco is seeking a qualified trainer to assist military personnel transitioning to civilian careers in Fort Irwin, California. You'll guide service members through job searching and application processes, conducting both in-person and virtual instruction to help them prepare for civilian employment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and experience in facilitation or training, demonstrating effective communication and proficiency in MS Office tools. Benefits include medical insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as a trainer or classroom instructor.
• Experience demonstrating understanding of employment processes.
• Ability to conduct training for groups up to 50 participants.

Responsibilities

• Teach transitioning military personnel about civilian employment.
• Guide service members in job searching and application processes.
• Conduct instruction in-person or virtually.

Skills

Professional trainer experience

Effective communication

Proficiency in MS Windows and Office

Time-management skills

Education

High school diploma or associate's degree

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

Join our team to assist and prepare ~200,000 service members who separate annually from the United States Military to begin a new life chapter as a civilian. The Department of Labor (DOL) Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS) program requires contractor services to support these transitioning servicemembers through its highly successful Transition Assistance Program (TAP) that is offered worldwide to conduct job assistance workshops, employment counseling, and connection to approved government and non‑government partners. Our team ensures servicemembers and their families have the necessary career tools and information to seamlessly transition into the civilian workforce.

In This Role, You Will

• Teach and/or instruct military personnel transitioning to civilian professional and vocational occupations.
• Guide transitioning military service members in identifying goals and recognizing employment or education gaps.
• Provide transitioning service members and their families with a comprehensive understanding of preparing for civilian employment, job searching, job application processes, networking, technical training opportunities, and credentialing.
• Assist in preparing for civilian employment and participation in technical programs and schools.
• Conduct small and large group instruction on the job search process.
• Deliver standardized curriculum via in‑person or virtual classrooms.
• Complete administrative tasks in a timely manner, including travel expense and classroom reports.

Additional Information

• Facilitator will be assigned to a hub with designated satellite locations.
• Travel reimbursed for facilitation assignments greater than 50 miles from assigned location.
• 80 hours of paid comprehensive initial training is provided, expected to be completed within the first month.
• Part‑time facilitators’ schedules can vary weekly; generally, facilitators work 2–3 consecutive days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 3 years of experience as a professional trainer, facilitator, or classroom instructor; or an associate’s degree.
• Experience as a classroom instructor.
• Experience demonstrating understanding of private and public sector employment processes.
• Knowledgeable of workplace requirements to enter those jobs.
• Ability to provide standardized training to groups up to 50 participants.
• Proficient with MS Windows and Office.
• Effective communication with military clients and government representatives.
• Comfortable instructing and speaking in front of a group; observant and able to engage a diverse audience professionally.
• May require extended hours, including weekdays, weekends, and some holidays.
• Excellent time‑management skills, able to work independently and follow directions.
• Response to emergent facilitation assignments.
• Meet country‑specific employment requirements.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching funds.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional additional coverages such as pet insurance, home and auto insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including the scope of the role, relevant experience, job‑related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long‑term incentive opportunities.