Departmental Specialist 13 - Innovation and Human-Centered Design Specialist
State of Michigan
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Human Resources Developer 9-12 - Training Developer (Lansing or Detroit / Remote)
State of Michigan
Health and Human Services - Central Office
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$25.85 - $43.73
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves creating and improving training programs for employees in Michigan's health and human services department, focusing on areas like child welfare and public assistance to help staff build essential skills.
The role includes working with experts to design courses, job aids, and online materials that meet legal requirements and promote effective learning for adults.
It's a great fit for someone passionate about education and development who enjoys collaborating on innovative training solutions in a public service setting.
Key Requirements
- Experience analyzing training needs and designing curriculum using adult learning theories
- Ability to develop instructor-led, computer-based training, job aids, and other staff supports
- Knowledge of child welfare, public assistance, adult services, and related program areas
- Skills in evaluating training effectiveness and ensuring compliance with state and federal mandates
- Collaboration with subject matter experts and experience with pilot programs or train-the-trainer initiatives
- Proficiency in instructional design standards for building job competencies in new and experienced staff
Full Job Description
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit MDHHS Diversity Equity and Inclusion.
Human Resources Developer 9-P11
The Training Developer position serves as a developer who can analyze training needs, design, develop and evaluate training curriculum to support the vision and mission of MDHHS. This position develops training and staff development opportunities to meet Department, state and federal mandates while applying adult learning theories to promote the transfer of learning. This position works with subject matter experts to develop curriculum to support the necessary knowledge, skills, and competencies for job functions across MDHHS and private child placing and adoption agencies including child welfare, public assistance, adult services, and other program areas, especially for statewide training for unique pilots involving other state of MI departments.The training developer will create curriculum for instructor-led training, computer-based training, job aids and other supports for new and experienced staff to build competence in their job. This position also assists with the delivery and implementation of pilots for training and “train the trainer” programs.
Position Description Human Resources Developer 9-P11
Human Resources Developer 12
This position functions to analyze training needs, design, develop and evaluate training curriculum to support the vision and mission of MDHHS. This position develops training and staff development opportunities to meet department, state, and federal mandates while applying adult learning theories to promote the transfer of learning. This position works to develop curriculum to support the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies for job functions across MDHHS and private child placing and adoption agencies including child welfare, public assistance, adult services, and other program areas. Utilizing training industry instructional design standards, the training developer will create curriculum for instructor-led training, computer-based training, job aids and other supports for new and experienced staff to build competence in their job. This position also assists with the delivery and implementation of training.
Position Description Human Resources Developer 12
Human Resources Developer Job Specification
- apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions in submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
- attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
- attach a cover letter describing what strengths and work experience you bring to this position.
- A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
- A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
- Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.
attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.
Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered.Requirements
EducationPossession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Experience
Human Resource Developer 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Human Resource Developer 10
One year of professional experience in planning, developing, conducting, or evaluating staff development, training, or other programs equivalent to a Human Resources Developer.
Human Resource Developer P11
Two years of professional experience in planning, developing, conducting, or evaluating staff development, training, or other programs equivalent to a Human Resources Developer, including one year equivalent to a Human Resources Developer 10.
Human Resources Developer 12
Three years of professional experience in planning, developing, conducting, or evaluating staff development, training, or other programs equivalent to a Human Resources Developer, including one year equivalent to a Human Resources Developer P11.
Additional Information
The office location for this position is at the office located at Lansing Training Center (1048 Pierpoint Lansing, MI 48917) or Cadillac Place Detroit (3040 W. Grand Blvd, Detroit, 48202, however, this position has the ability to work hybrid (combination of remote and office).Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including: Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.
The Department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Questions related to this position may be directed to Lori Lindsay at lindsayl2@michigan.gov.
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