<p>Description</p> <p>State of Idaho Division of Human Resources</p> <p>Applications will be accepted through 4:59pm MST on the posting end date.</p> <p>The Idaho Division of Human Resources (DHR) is dedicated to supporting the public sector's most valuable asset: its people! As a partner in shaping the future of government service, we are committed to enhancing the employee experience at every stage - from recruitment to retirement - ensuring that the State of Idaho remains a place where dedicated public servants thrive and make a meaningful impact on their community.</p> <p>By joining the DHR team, you would serve as a trusted Learning & Development Specialist, providing integrated and innovative human resources solutions for statewide facilitated training. This classified position will operate under the guidance of DHR leadership and will be located at DHR Central Office in Boise, ID.</p> <p>Do you want a direct hand in elevating the careers of Idaho's State employees by developing the training they need to enhance their skills? This is the career choice for you!</p> <p>Summary:</p> <p>The Idaho Division of Human Resources is seeking two (2) Learning & Development Specialists to join our growing Statewide Facilitated Training Team. In this role, you'll be part of a collaborative group dedicated to building skills and strengthening Idaho's public workforce. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about adult learning, skilled at creating engaging training experiences, and motivated by helping employees and supervisors succeed and grow in their careers.</p> <p>As a Learning & Development Specialist, you will deliver interactive in-person and virtual-led training, coordinate key program logistics, and help shape statewide learning resources that strengthen Idaho's public workforce and make a lasting impact across agencies.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <p>Instruction & Facilitation</p> <ul> <li>Deliver engaging in-person and virtual training sessions for state employees and supervisors. </li><li>Create positive learner-centered training environments. </li><li>Evaluate session effectiveness using participant feedback, leadership input, and instructional best practices. </li><li>Assist with refining instructional materials, including slides, videos, activities, handouts, and course guides. </li></ul> <p>Program Coordination & Administration</p> <ul> <li>Manage course logistics, including scheduling, room setup, registration, and communication with participants. </li><li>Maintain accurate training records and attendance within the Learning Management System (LMS). </li><li>Enter course offerings into the LMS and support billing activities for statewide facilitated courses. </li><li>Provide administrative support to trainers and subject matter experts to ensure sessions run smoothly. </li></ul> <p>Learning Experience & Curriculum Support</p> <ul> <li>Contribute to the development and improvement of statewide learning pathways for employees and supervisors. </li><li>Assist with the creation and maintenance of online resource libraries, job aids, and quick reference materials. </li><li>Partner with Program Managers, SMEs, and fellow trainers to ensure consistency, quality, and alignment across statewide L&D initiatives. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications:</p> <p>Good knowledge of:</p> <ul> <li>Learning and development methods. </li></ul> <p>Experience:</p> <ul> <li>Presenting learning instruction to adults; </li><li>Planning and organizing events; </li><li>Using web-based meeting platforms (such as Teams, Zoom, or Webex); </li><li>Using electronic presentation software (such as Microsoft PowerPoint). </li></ul> <p>Desirable Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Crucial Learning instructor certifications (e.g., Crucial Conversations, Crucial Accountability, Influencer, Mastering Dialogue) </li><li>Other recognized personality or behavioral assessment facilitator certifications (e.g., MBTI, DiSC, Insights, StrengthsFinder) </li><li>Demonstrated ability to use AI tools to improve efficiency, support curriculum design, and enhance virtual, in-person, or OnDemand learning experiences. </li></ul> <p>Benefits:</p> <p>The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>One of the top 5 retirement systems in the Nation (PERSI) that offers a defined lifetime benefit at retirement </li><li>2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options </li><li>Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax </li><li>11 paid holidays </li><li>Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time) </li><li>Paid parental leave </li><li>Life insurance for self, spouse, and children </li><li>Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider </li><li>Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility </li><li>Employee assistance program </li></ul> <p>Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*</p> <p>EEO/ADA/Veteran:</p> <p>The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.</p> <p>The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.</p> <p>Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.</p>