Federal

Training Coordinator

Office of the Secretary of the Interior ยท Department of the Interior
๐Ÿ“ Washington, District of Columbia GG-12 $102,415 - $133,142/yr
Posted: Mar 26, 2026 Deadline: Apr 6, 2026 (Closes in 2 days days left)

About This Position

The National Indian Gaming Commission's primary mission is to work within the framework created by the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act (IGRA) for the regulation of gaming activities conducted by tribes on Indian lands to fully realize IGRA's goals: (1) promoting tribal economic development, self-sufficiency and strong tribal governments; (2) maintaining the integrity of the Indian gaming industry; and (3) ensuring that tribes are the primary beneficiaries of their gaming activities.

Qualifications

To qualify for this vacancy, you must meet either A or B below.

In addition to meeting A or B below, you must have demonstrated mastery of Excel. Experience with Power BI/Automate is desired, but not required. A. Education A Bachelor's degree (or higher level degree) in business administration, management, training development, human resources or related course of study from an accredited university or college AND at least two (2) years of experience as a training coordinator or office manager.

OR

B. Specialized Experience Minimum of four (4) years' experience as a training coordinator or office manager in a fast paced environment. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Major Duties

The position serves as the National Indian Gaming Commission's Training Program Coordinator, reporting to the Training Manager under the Office of the Chief of Staff. This role is responsible for collecting, organizing, monitoring, and distributing information related to training projects and initiatives. Seeking a motivated professional who brings creative solutions to streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and elevate the impact of training programs across the Agency.

Major duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Manages the collection, validation, and maintenance of Agency training data in accordance with established requirements, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and readiness for reporting, evaluation, and program planning. Develops, maintains, and updates the Agency-wide training calendar, coordinating regional trainings, national events, National Training Topic of the Month (NTTM) sessions, site-specific training requests, leadership speaking engagements as required, and other approved outreach activities. Coordinates training logistics for in-person, virtual, and hybrid events, including scheduling dates and locations, communicating with venues, supporting procurement actions in accordance with Department of the Interior and Agency procedures, and tracking payments and related documentation.

Serves as the Zoom administrator for Agency virtual, hybrid, and live-stream training events, including configuring meetings and webinars, managing registrations and participant access, applying security settings, coordinating recordings, and providing real-time event level technical support to ensure successful delivery. Applies advanced knowledge of enterprise software and collaboration platforms, including Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook), SharePoint, Zoom, Adobe platforms, and related systems; to support data management, reporting, records compliance, training coordination, and continuous improvement of Training Program operations. Experience in Power BI/Automate is desired.

Maintains, organizes, reviews, and proofs training materials and resources; coordinates printing, shipping, and delivery of materials to training locations within required timeframes. Compiles, reviews, and prepares training participation and evaluation data to support post-event reporting, program assessment, leadership briefings, and informed decision making. Travel, as required, for training and outreach events to serve as the on-site venue liaison, provide administrative and technical support, coordinate with facility and audiovisual staff, and manage in-person event operations.

This position may require physical activity, including lifting, carrying, and shipping training materials and equipment.

This position is in the excepted service and not subject to competitive service procedures. Competitive Civil Service status is not acquired under this appointment. New appointees to the excepted service must serve a two year trial period. Merit Promotion procedures do not apply. The NIGC has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for situational telework in accordance with Agency policy.

Conditions of Employment

You must be a U.S. Citizen.

You will be subject to a background/suitability investigation/determination.

You will be required to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit.

You must submit ALL required documents and a completed questionnaire. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service system, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See http://www.sss.gov/.

Education

Education: If this position requires specific educational course work to qualify, or you are qualifying based in whole or part on education, you are required to provide transcripts as proof of meeting the requirements. Foreign Education: Education completed in colleges or universities outside the United States may be used to meet the specific educational requirements as stated above.

You must provide acceptable documentation that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. For more information on how foreign education is evaluated, visit: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4

How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the application process is complete, we will review your application to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume, supporting documentation and responses to the online questionnaire will be made. To preview the assessment questionnaire click: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12921450

Additional Information

Important Note : All National Indian Gaming Commission (NIGC) employees are subject to the conflict of interest restrictions imposed upon all employees of the Executive Branch of the Federal Government and may be required to file a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-Form 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency. This information will be required annually . Employees must be totally objective and impartial in the performance of their work.

All potential issues (e.g.: work related interactions with friends, family members or previous employers) must be disclosed at the time of application or during the interview process.

This position is in the excepted service and not subject to competitive service procedures. When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.

Effective January 1, 2010, OPM must authorize any employment offers we make to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES (political) employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Applicants who include vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate language or information in their application package will be ineligible for further consideration for this position.

The application contains information subject to the Privacy Act (P.L. 93-579, 5 USC 552a). The information is used to determine qualifications for employment, and is authorized under Title 5, USC, Section 3302 and 3361. A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work with the National Indian Gaming Commission.

The preliminary background check consists of a search of Office of Personnel Management and Department of Defense background investigation files and an FBI National Criminal History Fingerprint Check; it may take up to 3 weeks to complete. If selected for this position, you will be extended a tentative offer of employment pending a satisfactory background check. Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check; these will be handled on a case-by-case basis in coordination with the Bureau Security Office.

For additional information about the National Indian Gaming Commission, please visit: www.nigc.gov . NOTICE: This employer participates in E-Verify and will utilize your Form I-9 information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

How to Apply

Your complete application, including required documents, must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. To apply on-line, you must complete and submit an application by accessing the USAJOBS website at www.usajobs.gov.

To begin, click the Apply Online button near the bottom of this screen and follow the prompts to register into your USAJOBS account, answer the questions, and submit all required documents. To return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account at www.usajobs.gov and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select Apply Online to continue.

Required Documents

Do not upload documents as an Adobe Portfolio. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices.

Your resume must contain information sufficient to make a valid determination that you fully meet the qualifications as stated in this vacancy announcement for each grade level(s) for which you are applying. Under new Federal requirements, resumes now have a two page limit. If your resume is longer than two pages, only the first two pages may be used to assess your qualifications.

Your application package must include: (1) Resume showing relevant experience as written in your own words.(2) Completed online Assessment Questionnaire; (3) College transcript (if applicable) for verification of qualifying education. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable; (4) Certificates, license, etc. (if applicable)

NOTE: If you submit an incomplete application, you will be given credit only for the information you provide. You are responsible for submitting all required documentation in support of your application in order to receive full credit for your experience, education, training, veterans preference, and/or Indian preference.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Training Coordinator position at Office of the Secretary of the Interior?
The salary range for this position is $102,415 - $133,142/yr. This is a GG-12 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the Training Coordinator job located?
This position is located in Washington, District of Columbia. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
To qualify for this vacancy, you must meet either A or B below. In addition to meeting A or B below, you must have demonstrated mastery of Excel. Experience with Power BI/Automate is desired, but not required. A. Education A Bachelor's degree (or higher level degree) in business administration, management, training development, human resources o...
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Apr 6, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
No security clearance is required for this position.
What does GG-12 mean?
GG-12 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.