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Job Class: Training & Development Specialist 2

Agency: Human Services Department

• Job ID : 83967

• Location : Vadnais Heights

• Telework Eligible : Yes -This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework-effective-7-21-21.pdf) or a mixture of working in our office and Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework-effective-7-21-21.pdf)

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 02/10/2025

• Closing Date : 02/24/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs

• Division/Unit : DCT Support Services / DCT L&D Staff CBS

• Work Shift : Day Shift

• Work Hours : 8:00am - 4:30pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : 50% - To deliver trainings

• Salary Range: $28.82 - $42.31 / hourly; $60,176 - $88,343 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our Learning and Development (L&D) CBS Team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Training and Development Specialist 2! This position will schedule, create, deliver learner–centered, performance-based training by designing, delivering, and evaluating learning and development activities and programs for all of DCT.

Primary responsibilities:

• Participate in L&D activities that result is design, delivery and/or evaluation of effective learning and development programs and materials for DCT with a primary focus on CBS.

• Provides staff in CBS information on training activities and advises line supervisors on techniques of employee development.

• Maintains a working knowledge of the modern principle of employee and staff development.

• Coordinate class schedule and instructor assignments for various disciplines.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year professional experience OR Three (3) years advanced technical or paraprofessional experience in instructional design or delivering training to adult learners that demonstrates the following:

• Designing, developing, and coordinating training programs and learning and development activities.

• Training and experience in the use of needs assessment, training methods, adult learning, training evaluation and measurement.

• Experience with learning management or other similar tracking and reporting software.

OR

Master's degree in learning management, instructional design, adult education, or related field.

Note: A Bachelor's degree in learning management, instructional design, adult education, or related field may substitute for 1 year of advanced technical or paraprofessional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with people experiencing mental health disorders, substance use disorders, intellectual disabilities, or traumatic brain injuries.

• Prior experience as an EASE or self-defense instructor.

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.