Workforce Development & Training Specialist

Goodwill Industries of South Mississippi; Biloxi (MS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of South Mississippi seeks a Program Support Specialist to deliver workforce development and employment readiness training. You will oversee participant activities, monitor progress, and coordinate individualized training plans across multiple locations.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, producing progress reports, and engaging with schools and community partners to promote programs. Strong organizational, instructional, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalency mandatory.
• Minimum 3–5 years related experience in education or workforce development preferred.
• Open availability and valid driver’s license required.
• Strong instructional and training delivery capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Delivers workforce development and employment readiness training.
• Oversees daily participant activities and progress toward training plans.
• Maintains accurate records and completes required reports.
• Travels to stores, schools, and community sites to deliver services.
• Collaborates with managers and community partners to coordinate training.

Skills

Communication

Results oriented

Initiative

Customer focus

Training delivery

Organizational skills

MS Office

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Goodwill Industries of South Mississippi seeks a Program Support Specialist to deliver workforce development and employment readiness training. You will oversee participant activities, monitor progress, and coordinate individualized training plans across multiple locations.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, producing progress reports, and engaging with schools and community partners to promote programs. Strong organizational, instructional, and communication skills are essential.