Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle’s electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

Seattle City Light is seeking a Senior Training & Education Coordinator to join the People and Culture team. The ideal candidates will be passionate about people development, committed to creating engaging learner experiences, and focused on fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will be responsible for designing, coordinating, and delivering safety and technical training programs, while building strong relationships across departments and driving professional development initiatives that enhance employee growth. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are excited to offer best-in-class training materials and programs. 

This position will report to the Workforce Development Manager.

Job Responsibilities

• Training Coordination: Design and evaluate safety and technical training programs that meet organizational needs.
• Collaboration & Relationship Building: Cultivate strong partnerships with leadership and key stakeholders to ensure training aligns with business objectives.
• Project & Program Management: Lead and manage training initiatives, from planning through execution, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.
• Employee Development: Assess workforce needs and implement solutions that promote professional growth throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous learning by evaluating training effectiveness and recommending enhancements.
• Budget Management: Oversee training budgets, ensuring cost-effective delivery of programs.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Social Science, Business or Public Administration, or a related field (Other combinations of education, training and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability).

Experience: Three years professional experience in adult training/education administration, training project management, and/or educational consulting.

Desired Qualifications – You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

• Experience designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs.

• Strong relationship-building skills, with a track record of collaborating with leadership and teams.

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to engage with a diverse workforce.

• Experience in project and program management, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives.

• A growth mindset and willingness to embrace organizational change.

• Knowledge of safety protocols and technical training, ideally in the utility or energy sector.

• Experience in public service or working with unionized environments.

• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

The full salary range for this position is $45.74 to $53.27 per hour.

Application Process
Please submit the following with your online application: 

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Incomplete applications may not be accepted.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications.  Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3 (Download PDF reader). A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City’s website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.

Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: http://www.seattle.gov/light/.