What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Workforce Training, Planning, and Development position at California Rural Indian Health Board, Inc.?
This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule. As another benefit to our employees, we have a 7-hour per day/35-hour work week.
ABOUT US
The California Rural Indian Health Board, Inc. (CRIHB) is committed to the needs and interests that elevate and promote the health status and social conditions of the Indian people of California. CRIHB does this by providing advocacy, shared resources, training, and technical assistance that enhances the delivery of quality comprehensive health-related services.
Our work environment includes:
- Growth opportunities
- Modern office setting
- On-the-job training
- Company perks
- Safe work environment
Position Summary
The Director of Workforce Training, Planning, and Development (WTPD) is responsible for architecting and leading CRIHB’s workforce strategy, focusing on staff development, succession planning, and training and technical assistance (TA) delivery for member clinics. The Director will centralize intake, tracking, and reporting of training/TA requests across departments, ensuring CRIHB can quantify, evaluate, and continuously improve its workforce support services. This role is responsible for reducing siloed responses to member requests, supporting compliance accountability, and aligning CRIHB’s workforce systems with the Strategic Plan.
Essential Functions
Internal Workforce Development
- Lead onboarding program, annual/compliance training, succession planning, and employee wellness programs.
- Conduct workforce planning and analysis, including recruitment/retention studies, workforce forecasting, and Key Performance Indicators (KPI) development.
- Modernize Human Resources (HR) systems, including implementation and management of a Learning Management System, centralized training repository, and certification/license tracking.
- Partner with HR leadership to design and deliver morale-boosting strategies and career development initiatives.
External Member Training and TA
- Oversee intake, triage, and tracking of member training/TA requests across departments.
- Maintain a centralized repository of training/TA materials and outcomes for members and Board reporting.
- Collaborate with CRIHB departments to conduct proactive outreach and advertising of CRIHB’s member services to increase awareness, engagement, and utilization.
- Coordinate with CRIHB departments for delivery of programmatic/grant-related training/TA (leadership, compliance, operations) and ensure quality control.
- Partner with CRIHB departments to document and evaluate programmatic/grant-related training/TA provided to member clinics.
- Develop revenue-generating training products, including, but not limited to, fee-for-service workshops, toolkits, and online content.
Cross-Agency Leadership
- Provide guidance to departments on organizing, documenting, and reporting training/TA activities.
- Ensure all trainings utilize formalized instructional design and training models (e.g., ADDIE, Kirkpatrick, or similar) to ensure trainings are structured, effective, and measurable.
- Collaborate with the Compliance department to ensure all training/TA activities are audit-ready and measurable.
- Produce regular dashboards and reports for the Compliance Officer, Chief Human Resources Officer, Chief Operations Officer, and Chief Executive Officer on training/TA volume, reach, outcomes, trends, etc.
- Support agency-wide modernization and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Regular and predictable attendance.
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
- Maintain a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and ability to be insurable under CRIHB’s automobile insurance.
- Position requires occasional overnight travel within CRIHB’s service area.
- Requires the ability to drive up to 7 hours a day.
Qualifications
CRIHB recognizes equivalent combinations of education and progressively responsible experience; however, a high school diploma or equivalent remains the minimum educational requirement for employment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field is required, and a minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible leadership experience, including multi-department oversight and fiscal accountability, with at least three (3) years of supervisory experience at a mid-level or executive capacity.
- In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, applicants must have sixteen (16) years of progressively responsible leadership experience, including at least four (4) years of multi-departmental or cross-agency oversight.
- Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, Education, or a related field is preferred.
- In lieu of a master’s degree, applicants must have twelve (12) years of executive or high-level leadership experience, including at least two (2) years of executive or senior-level oversight.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- A professional SPHR, SHRM, or other certification in Human Resources is preferred.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Ability to write and communicate effectively, including public speaking, and a strong commitment to customer service.
- Skilled in the use of Learning Management Systems, Canva, and training presentation software.
- Proficiency in various computer programs, including MS Office Suite, Office 365, etc.
- Work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to multitask.
- Experience in time management and meeting deadlines.
- Commitment to confidentiality, equity, and American Indian self-determination.
Cultural Competency
This position requires an awareness and a profound respect for American Indian / Alaska Native traditions, customs, and socioeconomic contexts. It also requires the ability to work effectively with Tribal organizations, demonstrating tact, courtesy, discretion, resourcefulness, and sound judgment when handling sensitive matters.
Indian Preference
Preference in hiring is extended to qualified American Indians or Alaska Native applicants in accordance with CRIHB’s Indian Preference policy, as provided under Title 25 U.S.C. § 5307(b). This policy ensures that qualified Native applicants receive priority consideration in the hiring process. However, the final selection is based on a comprehensive evaluation of all candidates’ qualifications, experience, and alignment with the specific needs of the position. Applicants claiming Indian Preference must submit verifiable documentation of their status, such as certification from their Tribe of affiliation or other acceptable proof of Indian heritage as required by CRIHB.
Notice: Sovereign Immunity
Please take notice that sovereign immunity extends to CRIHB as an inter-tribal organization and arm of its consortium tribes and Tribal organizations. CRIHB is not governed by California’s labor laws, including the state’s wage and hour laws or its Family Medical Leave, and Pregnancy Leave laws and regulations. The CRIHB’s utilization of certain state family medical and pregnancy leave benefits, or any other benefit, is discretionary and shall not be construed as a waiver of sovereign immunity of the CRIHB. The CRIHB may provide information and documents that reference state laws or regulations from time to time, and in the event of inconsistency or conflict, the CRIHB’s policy shall govern. The CRIHB disclaims jurisdiction of any state enforcement. Nothing herein or otherwise shall be construed as a waiver of sovereign immunity of the CRIHB.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $127,891.00 - $136,417.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- REQUIRED RESPONSE:
Are you claiming Indian Preference?
You are eligible for preference if you:
(a) are a member of a federally recognized Indian tribe;
(b) are a descendent of a member and were residing within the present boundaries of any Indian reservation on June 1, 1934;
(c) are an Alaska Native; or
(d) possess one-half degree Indian blood derived from tribes that are indigenous to the United States.
You can find more information here: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/tribal-consultation/indian-preference/#:~:text=Indian Preference allows certain American,of Indian Affairs (BIA)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Roseville, CA 95661
Salary : $127,891 - $136,417