Apprenticeship Programs Analyst

Position Description

Tacoma Public Utilities (TPU) invites you to join our team as an Apprenticeship Programs Analyst for Tacoma Power! This position is part of our Training, Development, & Apprenticeship team, working within our Power Shared Services (PSS) Department.

Under the direction of the Tacoma Power Training & Apprenticeship Manager, this position will serve as the primary point of contact to manage and execute Tacoma Power’s Electrical Trainee (formerly Pre-Apprenticeship) Program. The Apprenticeship Programs Analyst will be responsible for Electrical Trainee program management, overseeing the extensive hiring processes for both Electrical Trainee & Apprenticeship Programs, and management of Electrical Trainee & Apprenticeship outreach activities. This position will serve as the technical advisor responsible for analyzing and compiling data to provide information and proposed strategies to Tacoma Power management on the Electrical Trainee & Apprenticeship program initiatives, outreach, workforce planning and development efforts.

We are looking for someone who is excited to support the strategic plans and business operations of the Training, Development, & Apprenticeship workgroup. This work will assist in development of strategy and implementation of short to long term diversity, equity, access, and inclusion goals. The position will support and help lead the work around creating more diverse hiring pools for trades at Tacoma Power.

Additionally, we are seeking a strong communicator who enjoys building relationships and partnerships with others across the organization and community. The incumbent will partner with stakeholders across Power, TPU, and City of Tacoma (COT) to effectively support the development and deployment of Electrical Trainee and Apprenticeship programs, strategy, and tactics. This individual will need to be able to work independently with adaptability to manage competing priorities and projects.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Serve as main point of contact responsible for managing Tacoma Power’s Electrical Trainee Program.
• Manage the six-month Electrical Trainee recruitment and hiring process.
• Manage the six-month Apprenticeship Programs recruitment and hiring process.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure equitable processes are utilized in the recruitment and hiring of candidates.
• Partner and support the Electrical Trainee Program Instructor and Training & Apprenticeship Manager to ensure program compliance and success.
• Work with external departments and organizations to represent Tacoma Power and develop industry best practices supporting Pre-Apprenticeship Programs such as the Electrical Trainee Program.
• Primary point of contact for trades & apprenticeship outreach, including working with community partners and developing partnerships with local schools, colleges, and universities.
• Position will require attending after hours and weekend outreach & recruitment events.
• Conducting presentations within the organization and out in the community.
• Responsible for maintaining all Electrical Trainee & Apprenticeship Program statistics, including retention data, program graduation data, current trainees and apprentices and all other Apprenticeship Program data.
• Convenes and facilitates meetings of internal department stakeholders; collaborates with managerial and executive department staff to create work products, policies, procedures, plans and/or programs.

Qualifications

Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in public or business administration or directly related field

Minimum Experience*
4 years of progressively responsible analytical and/or program coordination/management and/or project management experience

*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
Valid Washington State Driver’s License or equivalent mobility

Knowledge & Skills

Desired Skills/ Experience*

• Knowledge of Pre-Apprenticeship, Apprenticeship Programs, and Electric Utility Industry.
• Can effectively organize multiple assignments, sometimes of a complex nature or involving competing priorities, to produce work products that are accurate and on time.
• Data reporting experience, including analysis and research.
• Strong interpersonal and consulting skills with the ability to communicate and partner with all levels of the organization and outside agencies.
• Strong communication skills, including experience when implementing a new program or change.
• Public speaking, writing and presentation skills.
• Thrives in a dynamic environment and able to work on various projects simultaneously, requiring strong organizational and time management skills.
• General understanding of current practices and procedures related to people management and/or organizational development and electric utilities, including applicable laws, codes, policies and regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office, Excel, Outlook, Tableau, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

This recruitment is being managed by Kye Merritt. If you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with her on LinkedIn.

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Paid time off. This position includes a generous Personal Time Off (PTO) leave program, as well as paid holidays.
• Excellent health benefits. We have a highly competitive and generous benefits package for our employees and family with very low monthly premiums.
• Investment in our employee’s health. We have invested in a robust employee wellness program that offers incentives and discounts on our already low health insurance premiums.
• Outstanding retirement plan. This position is included in the Tacoma Employees’ Retirement System , a defined benefits plan.
• Flexible hybrid work schedule options (some mandatory onsite attendance required as needed to meet the business objectives).

The City of Tacoma The City of Tacoma is nestled along the shores of Commencement Bay in Washington State and offers many community parks, miles of beautiful waterfront, hiking & biking trails, golf courses, museums, and a world-class zoo with an aquarium. Tacoma also serves as a gateway to some of the most magnificent natural wonders in the world, such as Puget Sound, Mount Rainier National Park, and the Olympic Peninsula. Combined with the vitality of downtown, Tacoma has made it one of the most sought-after housing markets in the country. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!

Apply Interested individuals should apply online.

Please attach:

• A detailed resume
• Cover letter describing your interest, experience, training, expertise, and accomplishments as it relates to the responsibilities of this position.

NOTE: Applications received without the above required items will not progress in the selection process. In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.

Candidates whose backgrounds most closely reflect the current needs of the department will be referred to the hiring manager for review and hiring consideration. Candidates that are moving forward in the selection process may be invited to participate in an interview(s) as part of the hiring process.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

Communication from the City of Tacoma: We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.

For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591.5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 2/19/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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