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Akima · 14 hours ago

Workforce Development Support Specialist

Panama City, FL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Akima is a federal IT contractor with a mission that extends to supporting shareholder communities in Alaska. The Workforce Development Support Specialist will provide comprehensive support to the Workforce Development Branch, focusing on training programs and strategic planning to enhance employee growth and organizational effectiveness.

ConstructionConsultingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyLogisticsManagement ConsultingSupply Chain ManagementTechnical Support

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support the PCD University (PCDU) Program Manager, Mentoring Program, and Workforce Development Director in assessing and implementing workforce development strategies

Provide guidance and technical assistance on systems including Waypoints, Total Workforce Management System (TWMS), and the Human Capital Center website via phone, email, and in-person

Assist employees in updating transcripts and Individual Development Plans (IDPs)

Monitor mandatory training compliance, report delinquent statuses, and generate system reports

Participate in NAVSEA HQ Waypoints Tag-Up meetings

Schedule and manage PCDU training events (virtual and in-person), including rosters, waitlists, and reporting within specified timeframes

Coordinate with the Contracting Officer Representative and vendor representatives to provide class rosters and attendance data

Support strategic planning, workforce shaping, data collection, and special projects

Conduct annual workforce development needs assessments using organizational inputs such as IDPs, business plans, and environmental trends

Provide administrative support for Government-led training programs, including Defense Acquisition University (DAU) and PCDU

Manage document control for New-Hire Onboarding processes and forms on HR SharePoint and Waypoints

Schedule and maintain onboarding and supervisor training sessions, manage rosters, upload materials, and produce timely reports

Monitor supervisory training compliance and update relevant systems accordingly

Provide technical and administrative support for audio-visual and communication needs during WFD courses

Update training records in Waypoints and TWMS

Collect and analyze course evaluations and survey data, reporting results to the WFD Program Manager

Attend WFD Branch meetings as required

Maintain and analyze the Employee No-Show spreadsheet to identify attendance trends

Conduct historical data entry for training attendance records up to seven years

Qualification

Microsoft Office SuiteData analysisWorkforce developmentTableauTWMSWaypointsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsDetail-oriented

Required

Security Clearance: Must have a favorably adjudicated Tier 3 Background Investigation for access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)

Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), Tableau, and familiarity with TWMS, Waypoints, and the Human Capital Center website

Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide clear guidance and support across multiple platforms

Organizational Skills: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines within tight timeframes

Analytical Skills: Experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting to support strategic decision-making

Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders including program managers, HR personnel, and external vendors

Detail-Oriented: High attention to detail in managing records, reports, and training documentation

Preferred

Associate's or bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Education, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered

Prior experience in workforce development, training coordination, or HR support in a government or military environment is highly desirable