Learning & Development Specialist - Training & Development Spec 3

Working Title: Learning & Development Specialist - Training & Development Spec 3

Job Class: Training & Development Specialist 3

Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept

• Job ID : 97845

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes* Employees residing within 50 miles of the primary work location are required to be on-site at least 50% of the time. Employees living more than 50 miles from the primary work location, are required to be on-site at least 10% of the time.

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 10/20/2026

• Closing Date : 11/02/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Children Youth & Families Dept / DCYF Central Office MAPE

• Division/Unit : DCY - Central Office / Human Resources Learning & Dev

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / 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 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.

* Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) options within Minnesota or neighboring states, along with flexible scheduling, are available for this position. Employees residing within 50 miles of the primary work location are required to be on-site at least 50% of the time. Employees living more than 50 miles from the primary work location, are required to be on-site at least 10% of the time.

The Learning & Development Specialist serves as a key contributor within DCYF’s Employee Experience team, supporting a consistent, high-quality learning environment for all agency employees. This position coordinates and implements moderately complex employee training and development initiatives by assessing agency needs, developing training plans within statewide and DCYF frameworks, and evaluating the effectiveness of learning programs to improve employee performance. The role leads the administration of agency learning systems, manages DCYF participation in enterprise training offerings, oversees employee development and educational benefit processes, and delivers professional development skill-building opportunities. Through strong collaboration, technical expertise, and a continuous-improvement mindset, the Specialist ensures DCYF’s training resources are accessible, accurate, and engaging. Work is performed under general direction and requires building effective relationships with internal partners and external training entities to align learning efforts with organizational needs.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Three (3) years of experience in designing, developing, delivering, and coordinating employee development/training programs.

Experience must demonstrate:

• Knowledge of the principles of employee development concepts, curriculum design, adult learning theory, training techniques and approaches, training evaluation methods, and training resources.

• Experience presenting, training, and facilitating virtually, in the classroom, and one-on-one.

• Experience creating visually polished, well designed training materials and learner resources (digital and physical) using Microsoft Office Suite and related tools, including integration of graphics, images, and multimedia.

• Technology fluency in digital learning tools, such as e-learning authoring tools (Articulate Storyline/Rise preferred), collaboration platforms, virtual/hybrid training platforms.

• Experience administering or supporting learning management systems (LMS).

• Strong interpersonal skills working with staff, trainees, subject matter experts, organization leaders, and diverse audiences.

A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Development, Organizational Development, Instructional Design or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Human Resource Development, Organizational Development, Instructional Design or other closely related field as determined by the agency.

• Experience in assessing needs, setting objectives, and evaluating training effectiveness.

• Experience applying Microsoft Power Apps, workflows, and project management tools to enhance and coordinate employee development programs and projects.

• Experience facilitating cross agency learning structures, such as communities of practice, learning management system (LMS) governance groups, or elearning networks, to align training practices and strengthen organizational learning

• Experience working with agency and State of Minnesota employee development structures, such as DCYF training programs, learning management systems, employee Self Service tools, and statewide leadership development programs.

• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:

• Reference check

• Criminal Background check

• Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)

• Driver’s License Check

• Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees

• Additional assessment may be required during the interview process

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.