Learning & Development Consultant
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana State Personnel Department (INSPD):
As an agency operating a shared services model, we provide the executive branch of state government with top-notch Human Resources services. INSPD has a dedicated team of human resources professionals working in many capacities, including director-level, generalists, and specialists in each discipline of human resources. Joining our team will open the door to many opportunities for lateral and upward mobility.
Role Overview:
As the Learning and Development Consultant, you will be a critical part of the Learning & Development Division. You are responsible for administrating and facilitating multiple programs that enhance introducing new employees to the State of Indiana as well as helping employees prepare for a career transition. In this role, you will establish clear program objectives, develop standardized policy and procedures, measure program development and ongoing assessment, facilitate and maintain program events, and oversee program compliance for the following programs:
- New Employee Orientation Programs: https://www.in.gov/spd/onboarding/
- Pre-Retirement Seminar: https://www.in.gov/spd/offboarding/retirement/
- Offboarding: https://www.in.gov/spd/offboarding/
- INSPD’s Internal Onboarding Program
This role will be a largely collaborative one that focuses on employee onboarding and offboarding. You will serve as a subject matter expert on the programs and will be the leader in cultivating a positive environment for our employee population. In addition, this role could provide support to additional programs and initiatives.
Salary:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $59,800.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Collaborates with LMS Business Consultant in the providing functional and technical support for HR systems by responding to customer inquiries and training requests;
- Leads the development & delivery of learning solutions;
- Obtains, organizes, or develops training procedure manuals, guides, or course materials, such as handouts or visual materials;
- Maintains the statewide L&D resource clearinghouse to ensure availability to professional development content, tools, and resources;
- Monitors, tests, and ensures the integrity of the Enterprise Learning Management system;
- Enrolls new state employees into required compliance courses;
- Functions as technical expert in the setup, and use of L&D resources, such as laptops, projectors, conference call centers, and Webex administration;
- Tracks and assists in the resolution of help desk tickets;
- Monitors and tracks customer service requests for training;
- Maintains training materials on My SPD SharePoint site.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have either
- a Bachelor’s Degree with 1+ years of experience, or
- an Associate’s Degree with 3+ years of experience, or
- at least 5+ years of experience applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.
Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.
- Extensive knowledge of human resources administration and learning & development;
- Strong organizational skills, meticulous, and effective at public speaking and moderating large groups;
- Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Articulate 360 eLearning development tools;
- Extensive Knowledge of adult learning principles, content development, and delivery;
- Knowledge of SuccessFactors Learning administration;
- Ability to establish and implement training program goals, priorities and instructional design methodologies;
- Ability to effectively communicate;
- Ability to work independently and meet division goals;
- Ability to take appropriate actions and respond in a timely manner;
- Detailed oriented, highly organized, and able to handle multiple competing priorities;
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships, and establish credibility.
- Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
