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Avista
Craft Training Program Manager
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Hybrid - Spokane, Washington
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Full-Time
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$78K - $141K
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Project Management
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September 29th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
Avista is hiring a Craft Training Program Manager to lead and manage craft training and workforce development programs ensuring a skilled and safe workforce. The role involves developing, implementing, and evaluating training initiatives, coordinating with stakeholders, overseeing budgets and schedules, and ensuring compliance with safety and organizational standards.
Highlights
- Manage design, delivery, and evaluation of craft training programs supporting workforce development.
- Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and educational partners to ensure effective training solutions.
- Oversee program budgets, timelines, quality standards, and communication plans.
- Use adult learning principles to develop and implement educational programs.
- Required to hold a Bachelor's degree in fields such as construction management, education, workforce development, or business.
- Experience requirements vary by level: 3+ years for Program Manager I, 7+ years for Program Manager II with leadership on complex training programs.
- Knowledge of construction, skilled trades, utility operations, and project/program management preferred.
- Strong organizational, communication, and technology skills required for managing program data and stakeholder relations.
- Hiring salary range: $77,595 to $114,838 depending on level of experience.
- Comprehensive benefits include healthcare, retirement plans, paid time off, wellness resources, and education support.
Craft Training Program Manager Full Description
Craft Training Program Manager
Job Category: Environ, Health & Safety
Requisition Number: LEARN005856
- Full-Time
- Jack Stewart Training WA
Spokane, WA 992178122, USA
Job Details
Description
Closes: October 11, 2026
Job Description
Provides technical and program management leadership for craft training and workforce development programs that support safe, skilled, and job-ready craft workforce pipelines. Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates training programs, schedules, documentation, delivery methods, and program governance practices using adult learning principles to align workforce capabilities with organizational needs, safety expectations, and applicable training requirements. Coordinates with internal stakeholders, field operations, vendors, and educational partners to deliver effective, compliant, and scalable training solutions. Responsible for overall program delivery to include budget, timeline, quality, change management, communication plans, and deliverables.
Provides technical and program management leadership for craft training and workforce development programs that support safe, skilled, and job-ready craft workforce pipelines. Develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates training programs, schedules, documentation, delivery methods, and program governance practices using adult learning principles to align workforce capabilities with organizational needs, safety expectations, and applicable training requirements. Coordinates with internal stakeholders, field operations, vendors, and educational partners to deliver effective, compliant, and scalable training solutions. Responsible for overall program delivery to include budget, timeline, quality, change management, communication plans, and deliverables.
Craft Training Program Manager I Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in construction management, workforce development, education, business, or related field.
- Three (3)+ years of progressively responsible experience in training, workforce development, project/program management, utility operations, or related areas.
- Demonstrated experience supporting training programs, scheduling, curriculum coordination, documentation, or program administration.
- Knowledge of construction, skilled trades, or utility operations preferred
- Knowledge of adult learning principles and learning program design and delivery.
- Effective and flexible written and verbal communication skills, including presentation and public speaking.
- Ability to effectively plan work activities, schedules, priorities, and utilization of resources.
- Ability to use appropriate technology to organize, synthesize, document, and communicate data.
- Project Management or Program Management experience preferred.
Hiring Range: $77,595 to $100,486
Craft Training Program Manager II Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in construction management, workforce development, education, business, or related field.
- Seven (7)+ years of progressively responsible experience in craft training, workforce development, project/program management, utility operations, or related area.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex, multi-program training initiatives, developing training strategies, or implementing scalable learning solutions.
- Demonstrated experience supporting program governance, standards, and scalable program practices.
- Advanced knowledge of adult learning principles and learning program design and delivery.
- Advanced organizational skills to effectively manage multiple priorities, stakeholders, schedules, budgets, and program deliverables.
- Advanced analytical and communication skills to comprehend, interpret, and explain rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and program requirements.
- Ability to successfully develop and manage relationships at all levels of the organization and influence a variety of stakeholders.
- Ability to use appropriate technology to organize, synthesize, document, and communicate data.
- Comprehensive knowledge of budget principles, development, and administration.
- Knowledge of construction, skilled trades, or utility operations preferred.
- Project Management or Program Management experience preferred.
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Hiring Range: $88,336 to $114,838
Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our Jack Stewart location at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with additional day(s) determined by the manager.
To Apply
We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have multiple levels to account for an incoming employee’s various knowledge, skills, and experience.
We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have multiple levels to account for an incoming employee’s various knowledge, skills, and experience.
Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".
Total Rewards
At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That’s why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our team members and their families.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support every stage of life and career. Our offerings include:
- Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
- Incentive programs rewarding performance and contributions
- Competitive paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation
- Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
- Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health
- Education and development support including tuition assistance
- Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact
- Other optional benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)
We are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce.
In compliance with state laws, we provide the full salary range for each position, along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $77,595 - $141,339. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to [email protected].
Pre-employment screening requirements
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.
Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.
Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at [email protected] if you would like assistance.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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