Training and Development Associate - Seaside

Goodwill-Central-Coast; Seaside (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Central Coast seeks a Training & Development Associate to provide on-site coaching for WDS and DGR staff at designated donation and retail locations in Seaside, CA. You will develop hard and soft skills and enhance cross-department communication.

Responsibilities include delivering training programs, documenting performance, scheduling, and coordinating with store managers to meet goals while following safety and policy standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Two years experience in donated goods environment (retail or production).
• One year supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Experience working with individuals facing employment obstacles.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and coaching to WDS and DGR staff on-site at designated stores.
• Document performance and address issues with employees and supervisor.
• Greet customers, assist with product selection, and handle cash register duties.
• Assist with stock, donations, and merchandise rotation following procedures.
• Coordinate schedules and ensure safety and policy compliance.

Skills

Effective communication

Supervisory experience

Training & coaching

Customer service

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in behavioral science

Tools

POS systems

Cash handling procedures

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: The Training & Development (T&D) Associate provides training and coaching to both Workforce Development Services (WDS) and Donated Goods & Retail (DGR) employees on-site at designated retail stores in order to develop hard and soft skills and communicate effectively across all departments.ESSENTIAL DUTIESProvide training and support to WDS and DGR employees assigned to donated goods worksites through programs such as CalWorks. This includes training in basic duties of sales associate, ecommerce associate, processor, and/or material handler.Document performance of individuals assigned through weekly performance assessments; identifies work performance concerns and addresses issues with the employees and the Employment Services Specialist.Greet store customers: offer assistance and suggestions to customers in making product selections.Ring up sales on cash register, following cash handling procedures.Place/display inventory on sales floor, following defined procedures. Straighten and/or rearrange merchandise to increase customer appeal and ensure a neat and safe work environment.Assist with stock rotation and markdowns, as directed by the Store Manager or designee. Prepare store donations and rotate merchandise for transfer to the central processing plant.Communicate problems, complaints, potential theft and/or safety issues to the Store Manager, Director of Training & Development, and Employment Specialist.Ensures completion of all in-store training for WDS and DGR employees.Sets work schedules with the store manager or designee; assigns work tasks to WDS employees.In concert with the Store Manager and T&D Director, modifies work stations or specific assignments to meet limitations of individuals with disabilities.Trains, enforces, and displays positive worker traits, including conduct, performance, and attendance standards.Performs designated duties to ensure meeting the goals of the Outcome Measurement System.SECONDARY DUTIESPerform related duties as assigned.JOB SPECIFICATIONSEDUCATION REQUIRED: High school diploma or equivalent. Associatedegree in behavioral science or related field, or equivalent, preferred.LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQ’D May require a valid California class C driverlicense, depending on specific location. .EXPERIENCE DESIRED: Two years of experience in a donated goodsenvironment (retail or production), or equivalent.One year of experience in a supervisory or lead role.One year of experience working with individuals with obstacles to employment.KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED: Familiarity with Goodwill’s mission, generalCompany policies and procedures (this may be learned on-the-job).Knowledge and understanding of obstacles to retaining successful employment, and possess the necessary skills to effectively engage employeesFamiliarity with electronic cash registers and POS systems.EQUIPMENT USED: Typical retail store and donated goods equipment; typical office equipment.SKILLS/APTITUDES/TEMPERAMENTS:Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate in basic Spanish is desirable.Ability to assess WDS employee progress and performance.Ability to understand and follow program-specific policies and procedures. Ability to understand and follow Goodwill Standard Operating Procedures.Ability to train store and related donated goods procedures, both individually and in groups. Ability to demonstrate satisfactory attendance, as outlined in Goodwill policy.Ability to communicate effectively with Mission Services, DGR, and T&D.Ability to recognize and make recommendations for treatment of behaviors that are obstacles to performance such as limited and underdeveloped work habits, poor health and hygiene, and low self-esteem.Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of individuals in terms of cultural diversity, physical limitations, economic hardship, learning disabilities, or any other areas of difference or barriers to employment that participants may have.Ability to understand others’ feelings and personal viewpoints. Ability to maintain stable working relationships with all employees.Ability to adhere to safe work practices as documented in Company safety policies; ability to report safety hazards/accidents promptly to supervisor or safety committee member.EMOTIONAL EFFORT:The job requires some emotional effort involving occasional short deadlines and requiring some overtime. The work environment is characterized by occasional high activity/ demand.JOB SETTINGWork is typically performed in an enclosed storeroom floor or in a processing area. Some areas are heated and ventilated; some locations are less climactically controlled. The working/standing surface is uniform. Dust and dirt are controlled by daily cleaning of the work area, and are usually insignificant. Radios and televisions may be turned on.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe work pace is steady with regular standing and walking. Frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 15 lbs., with occasional lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs., is required. Heavier items (26 lbs. or more) are moved by using appropriate material handling equipment and/or assistance from another person.Normal or corrected talking, hearing, and seeing abilities are sufficient to perform required tasks.Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either orally or in writing.Training & Development Associate JobTitleSupplemental Physical RequirementsStandingRegularly31-70% of the timeWalkingRegularly31-70% of the timeSittingOccasionally11-30% of the timeBendingRegularly31-70% of the timeTwistingRarely1-10% of the timePushingRegularly31-70% of the timePullingRarely1-10% of the timeClimbingRarely1-10% of the timeSquatting/KneelingOccasionally11-30% of the timeLifting Carrying 10lbs. or lessConsistently71-100% of the timeLifting Carrying 11-25 lbs.Regularly31-70% of the timeLifting Carrying 26-50 lbs.Occasionally11-30% of the timeLongest Distance Carried50 FeetHeaviest Item carried25 lbs.Hand/Shoulder/Foot:Simple GraspConsistently71-100% of the timeHand/Shoulder/Foot:Power GraspConsistently71-100% of the timeHand/Shoulder/Foot:Fine ManipulationRegularly31-70% of the timeHand/Shoulder/Foot:Gross ManipulationRarely1-10% of the timeAbility to use a hand truckRegularly31-70% of the timeReaching at or aboveshoulder levelRegularly31-70% of the timeReaching at or belowshoulder levelConsistently71-100% of the timeOperate foot controls or repetitive foot movementNoneOther than walkingDriving long distances in a vehicle for an hour or moreRarely1-10% of the timeDriving short distances, getting in and out of vehicle repeatedlyRarely1-10% of the timeJOB MODIFICATIONDepending on the specific modification and its duration, the physical aspects of the position may be modified. Please contact [e-mail] or call 831-423-8611