Learning & Development Specialist -Training & Development Spec 1

Working Title: Learning & Development Specialist

Job Class: Training & Development Specialist 1

Agency: Minnesota IT Services

• Job ID : 96351

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Limited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 08/21/2026

• Closing Date : 09/01/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services

• Division/Unit : MNIT Human Resources/Learning & Development

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $26.12 - $37.91 / hourly; $54,538 - $79,156 / annually

• Classified Status : Unclassified

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

• End Date : 06/30/2027

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No

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.

Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position joins a dynamic and agile Human Resources Team comprised of 24 talented Labor Relations, Safety, Recruitment, Staffing, HRIS, Transactions, and Learning and Development professionals.

As a Learning and Development Specialist, you will support Learning and Development team and assists with the development, design, delivery and evaluation of training programs, services, initiatives, and events. You will be responsible for supporting the learning management system, SharePoint and intranet site, coordinating communications, logistics, data accuracy and purchasing support, for the Learning and Development team.

This position is temporary and includes full state fringe benefits; it is anticipated to last until June 30, 2027.

This position requires an employee to work onsite at 600 N Robert St, St Paul, Minnesota at least 20% of the time, with limited telework available. Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) eligibility depends on residence:

• Candidates living in Minnesota or within 50 miles of the worksite in a bordering state (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin) may telework up to 50%.

• Minnesota residents living more than 50 miles from the worksite may be eligible to telework more than 50%.

• Candidates living 50 miles or more from the worksite in a bordering state may work onsite 100% or may be telework eligible if relocating within 50 miles.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available here (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp) :

Position requires a minimum of one (1) year of professional experience supporting learning and development.

Experience must include:

• Supporting and coordinating organization-wide employee training and leadership development programs, both virtually and in person.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a high level of detail.

• Demonstrated use of Microsoft Office Suite products or similar (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook).

• Use of a learning management system (LMS).

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding.

• Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences.

A master’s or bachelor’s degree in training & development, human resources, education, psychology, communications, organizational development, or a closely related field may substitute for 1 year of experience, and associate’s degree for six (6) months.

Strongly Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing user-friendly and accessible materials.

• Use of reporting software (e.g. BI, Access).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Human Resource Development, Data Analysis, Organizational Development, Instructional Designer a related field.

• Experience with e-learning.

• Experience collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data.

• Experience with training and development methodologies, instructional design, and adult learning theories.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:

SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)

• Criminal History Check

• Reference Check

• Social Security and Address Verification

• Education Verification

• Other legally required checks

Minnesota IT Services does not participate in the federal E-Verify program. Minnesota IT Services is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions, and cannot complete Form I-9 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.

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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.