Responsibilities:
Training and Development Systems Strategic Analysis and Management

• Analyze multiple data sets including the LMS, WCD Ticketing system, Fiscal Reports, and other systems design and manage complex reports, providing recommendations and guidance to agency leadership, workgroups, and programs to set strategic goals and address gaps or issues.
• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate activities associated with assigned contracts; participating in research, evaluation, and negotiation of proposed contractual obligations and agreements; administering assigned contracts.
• Develop strategies for the use of available resources, defining departmental needs and priorities, long-range planning, and setting goals and objectives.
• Oversight of technological systems providing standardized processes and procedures and managing all access to and interaction with those systems; producing audits and reporting; assigning deliverables; and holding administrators accountable to system standards.

• Serves as Subject Matter Expert and lead DNR administrator for the Learning Center (LC) responsible for tailoring the LC (LMS) to align with the organization and project objectives.
• Establish and maintain communications with other teams (HRMS & IT, Other Agency HR Staff & DES) to manage the Informatic feed into the Learning Center.
• Represents the business of the agency at the agency and Enterprise levels and serves on workgroups and/or project teams as a subject matter expert for the Learning Center.
• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support to maintain a well-functioning and seamless learning environment for all users, regardless of their challenges.

• Deliver trainings and workshops that support agency development and growth by utilizing adult learning strategies to provide opportunities for employees to learn, understand, and apply specific principles, techniques, or information.

• Utilize e-learning course authoring software to produce interactive e-learning training products.
• In collaboration with the eLearning Design and Training Specialist, subject matter experts and other stakeholders, participate and advise throughout the instructional design process to develop and review course content.

• Engage in ongoing professional development to identify advanced training systems and project management strategies through participation in classes, forums, workshops, and conferences committed to DEIB best practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in business administration, public administration Human Resources, Organizational Development, Training, Leadership Development, Behavioral Science, Education, or other related fields AND 2 years of experience conducting research, analyzing, consulting, and leading projects in these areas.
  OR a comparable combination of graduate education and experience.
• Knowledge of and experience with adult learning principles and instructional design process.
• Experience managing project requirements, scope, costs, and time; and ensuring they meet quality standards.
• Professional level experience working with employees and leaders to develop and facilitate training programs designed to connect with audiences from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Experience working collaboratively with employees, managers, and supervisors; creating and maintaining relationships, and building trust and rapport with others.
• Experience with photo, video, and audio production.
• Experience Administering a Learning Management System (such as SumTotal LMS) or similar Information Technology systems.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively with individuals and groups from a variety of cultures and backgrounds.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey technical information to non-technical colleagues and clients.
• Exceptional computer and software skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues quickly.
• An intermediate or better knowledge of Microsoft products.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; attention to detail.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• The position’s assigned duty station is the NRB in Olympia, WA with a majority of work available to be done remotely. Work is performed almost exclusively (95%) indoors.
• The position requires periodic (10%) travel for meetings and trainings; travel may be to regional offices and work centers in remote locations throughout the state.

• Experience utilizing eLearning software preferably Articulate 360 software package.
• Experience utilizing SharePoint to edit internal websites.
• Experience utilizing Project Management systems.

Application Requirements:

• To be considered you must apply online at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above). 
• Attach a letter of interest describing how your experience and qualifications relate to the position profile and the position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Attach a resume describing your experience and qualifications.
• Provide three to five professional references – you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

• Safety and Well-Being —Our top priority is the safety of the public and our employees.
• Public Service —We value and respect the public we serve, and we value and respect the people of the Department of Natural Resources who step up to serve.
• Innovation and Creative Problem-Solving — We solve our state’s most pressing challenges through innovative thinking, dedication, and bold and creative vision.
• Leadership and Teamwork —We are committed to building leaders at all levels and building teams for success.

• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.