Sr Training Specialist

Alutiiq and its subsidiaries firmly believe that our employees drive the success of the company. We strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating, and financially rewarding opportunities. Join us and discover a work experience where diverse ideas are met with enthusiasm and where you can learn and grow to your full potential. We’re looking for individuals who enjoy the entrepreneurial thrill of invention and enjoy working as a team to create exceptional results for our customers. VA Arlington NGB - Arlington, VA 22204 US (Primary) Category Educational and Training Job Type Full-time Typical Pay/Range $80,000 to $85,000 Annually Education Bachelor's Degree Travel None Security Clearance Required None POSITION OVERVIEW AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS): Alutiiq Career Ventures, LLC a subsidiary of Alutiiq, LLC has an opportunity for a Senior Training Specialist in Arlington, VA . The Senior Training Specialist serves as the on-site lead for theNational Guard Bureau (NGB)Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) contract, overseeing a team of five Training Specialists and ensuring successful day-to-day performance. This role combines curriculum expertise with supervisory authority, requiring independent judgment to manage staff, coordinate with government stakeholders, and ensure training effectiveness. The Senior Training Specialist is the primary daily point of contact with the customer, representing the Contract Manager in routine communications and operational matters, while the Program Manager retains overall responsibility for contract execution. Training Development: Create and update SAPR training curricula, Training Support Packages (TSPs), and related materials in compliance with DoD directives. Facilitation: Independently design and facilitate SAPR Joint Initial Training events, exercising judgment in adapting content to evolving requirements. Logistics Management: Direct and delegate training logistics responsibilities across the team, providing oversight and final approval. Evaluation: Conduct After-Action Reports, incorporating feedback for continuous improvement. Compliance Reporting: Track and report on training participation, D-SAACP certification, and refresher training requirements. Evaluate training effectiveness and recommend strategic improvements to program leadership. Supervise, mentor, and evaluate a team of five Training Specialists, ensuring workload balance, quality of delivery, and compliance with performance standards. Act as the on-site lead, managing daily operations and staff performance, and serving as the primary point of contact with the customer for routine matters. Escalates significant issues, contract concerns, or formal communications to the Program Manager. Oversee execution of all training events, ensuring content and delivery align with DoD and NGB directives. Coordinate with company leadership and the government COR/POC to ensure timely reporting, issue resolution, and performance compliance. Lead After-Action Reviews and implement strategic improvements across the training program. Payrate:$80,000 to $85,000 Annually REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's Degree Minimum of five (5) years' experience in training development, with at least two (2) years in a supervisory or lead role. Demonstrated ability to lead staff and manage contract execution in a government or DoD environment. Experience working under the direction of a Program Manager or equivalent, with demonstrated ability to elevate contract or performance matters appropriately. This position reports directly to the Contract Manager for all contract-related authority and direction. Proficiency in curriculum design and adult learning principles. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, (e.g. PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word, OneNote). Familiarity with DoD SAPR policies and D-SAACP certification requirements. Strong organizational and communication skills. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC). Must be a U.S. citizen. Afognak Native Corporation and Afognak's direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates to include Alutiiq, LLC; Afognak Commercial Group, LLC; Alutiiq Professional Consulting, LLC; and each of their respective domestic and foreign, direct and indirect subsidiaries, partnerships, joint ventures and affiliates are equal opportunity employers that do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (collectively, "Protected Status"). The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law. Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client-customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company's Career page. #J-18808-Ljbffr