Indigenous Workforce Development Specialist

United American Indian I Inc; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

403(b) Retirement Plan with 4% Match

Paid Vacation and Leave

Job summary

United American Indian Involvement, Inc. seeks a Workforce Specialist to assess employment needs, build service plans, and guide clients toward unsubsidized jobs. The role includes ongoing counseling, outreach to partners, and developing career pathways.

The position is onsite with field work across Los Angeles County, requiring travel to multiple offices and events. Strong collaboration and knowledge of workforce development are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university and 1–3 years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree and CWDP/CCSP certifications preferred.
• Experience working with AI/AN communities and nonprofit contracts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth assessments of customers’ employment needs and create service plans.
• Provide ongoing employment counseling, coaching and mentoring.
• Coordinate outreach to local agencies and businesses for opportunities.
• Develop Individual Employment Plans and monitor progress.
• Maintain documentation in client case files and prepare reports.
• Travel to outreach events and work evenings/weekends as needed.

Skills

Workforce development

Job placement & retention

Customer service

Outreach & community engagement

Teamwork & collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

CWDP Certification

CCSP Certification

Experience with AI/AN communities

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Teams & Zoom

Job description

United American Indian Involvement, Inc. seeks a Workforce Specialist to assess employment needs, build service plans, and guide clients toward unsubsidized jobs. The role includes ongoing counseling, outreach to partners, and developing career pathways.

The position is onsite with field work across Los Angeles County, requiring travel to multiple offices and events. Strong collaboration and knowledge of workforce development are essential.