Field Trainer

About RISE Partnership

At RISE Partnership, we partner with unions, responsible employers, and public agencies to support caregivers and public service workers. We give workers the resources they need to make the most of their union-negotiated training and benefits.

Our work is grounded in our core values: respect, integrity, service, and equity. These values guide how we deliver workforce solutions, like training, benefits navigation, job matching, and career development. We address the unique challenges Oregon workers face to ensure all workers have access to services and support that help them grow, thrive, and feel confident in their work and communities.

This position is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA), Local 7901. We value our collaborative relationship with CWA Local 7901 and respect the important role the union plays in advocating for our workers’ rights and well-being.

About This Role

Reporting to the Training Delivery Coordinator, the Field Trainer works primarily on the Shared Services team, who help enable efficient resource management, promote cross-departmental collaboration, and support our worker-facing staff so they can focus on delivering high-impact programs.

The Field Trainer is part of a team of professionals who instruct courses for in-home care providers, nursing home employees, and state workers throughout Oregon. They are responsible for ensuring that each class provides state-mandated learning objectives and an exceptional learning experience for participants. This position facilitates classes in a designated region and surrounding areas, with the majority of classes located within 60 miles of their assigned home location or online in a virtual classroom environment. Some travel to other locations in Oregon may be required.

While each RISE employee is assigned to a specific team, we operate within a collaborative shared services model that encourages cross-departmental support. Some employees contribute to multiple teams, allowing us to leverage resources more efficiently. This structure enables our staff to focus on delivering high-impact programs that advance our mission, ensuring every resource is used strategically to drive meaningful change.

Essential Functions

Classroom Duties:

• Travels to class venues within the State of Oregon to teach classes for home care and personal support workers;
• With the support of the local venue, ensures A/V systems are functioning correctly;
• Facilitates various courses online in a virtual classroom environment;
• Serves as the main point of contact for day-of venue operations and classroom logistics for both in person and virtual trainings;
• Manages each class to provide an exceptional and equitable learning experience;
• Assists workers with assessment review, curriculum questions, and general questions as needed;
• Ensure that all class attendees are properly credited with class attendance.

Supporting Duties & Delivery Improvement:

• Works with an online Learning Management System, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and other software to facilitate courses, attend meetings, and perform other job duties;
• Keeps an accurate inventory of trainer supplies and request additional supplies as needed;
• Collaborates with fellow trainers and managers to develop and test best practices for delivery of courses;
• Provides recommendations for changes to curriculum or facilitation techniques;
• Continuously improves facilitation skills based on feedback from supervisor;
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Being a Solid RISEr:

• Consistently upholds and aligns decisions with the RISE core values—Respect, Integrity, Service, and Equity.
• Consistently integrates the RISE REDI Framework into their work, fostering a positive culture of belonging.

This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.