Training Specialist

Full Job Description

Please note: The starting salary offer will be determined by the successful candidates’ qualifications within the range of $90,000 - $130,000 annually. The successful candidate can expect career salary growth beyond this starting range.

Why work for OFM

The Office of Financial Management OFM) serves as the backbone of Washington state government. Our mission is to make our state a better place by connecting people, budgets, policies, data, and systems for state agencies and the Legislature. Our team includes budget advisors, researchers, and other experts, all dedicated public servants working towards an equitable future for every Washingtonian.

If you want to play a key role in enhancing how state government serves its citizens, you’ve found the right place. Join us in making a meaningful difference for every Washingtonian!

The job opportunity
We are seeking a Training Specialist to facilitate high-quality, enterprise-wide training that helps learners build the knowledge and skills needed to effectively use Workday. You will collaborate with the Training Manager and integration partners to provide guidance and recommendations, contribute to the development and continuous improvement of training materials and curriculum, and support effective training delivery across the program. Working closely with assigned learner cohorts, you will deliver consistent, accurate, and engaging learning experiences that promote successful adoption of the new system and support sustainable change across state agencies.

*This position is eligible to frequently telework the majority of the time and is typically not required to report on-site. If on-site is required, your supervisor will make every effort to notify you at least 1 week in advance, except in emergency or urgent situations. The default assigned work location of all One Washington positions – both on-site and telework-eligible positions within the State of Washington.

Requirements

One Washington (OneWA), led by the Office of Financial Management, is an enterprise-wide transformation project focused on replacing 1960s-era technology with a cloud-based Workday solution for finance, procurement, budget, HR, and payroll processes. OneWA is a long-term, yet extremely fast-paced project anticipated to fully implement all phases by 2030. The project’s core business hours are Monday through Friday, and all project positions are full-time. We offer some flexibility in schedules oriented around core business hours with prior supervisory approval. However, it is very common to work beyond the typical 40-hour workweek to meet the rigorous operational needs and business deliverables required for the go-live timelines.

What you’ll work on

• Facilitate mostly virtual and potentially some in-person training sessions for enterprise ERP systems, ensuring learners understand complex technical content and can apply skills effectively in their roles.
• Support the Training Manager and integration partners by providing insights, recommendations, and feedback based on learner needs, participant input, and project timelines.
• Assist in the implementation and evaluation of training curriculum, materials, and learning resources to align with the overall ERP training strategy.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, subject matter experts, and leadership to ensure training content is accurate, relevant, and meets program standards, modeling OneWA’s Ways of Working such as solution-oriented collaboration, respectful communication, and shared accountability.
• Monitor and report on training delivery, attendance, learner engagement, and outcomes, partnering with analytics teams to identify areas for improvement.
• Manage training administration processes, including enrollment, scheduling, attendance tracking, credit allocation, and compliance with program standards within the Learning Management System.
• Ensure training materials and sessions meet accessibility standards and are inclusive for all learners.
• Provide guidance and support to learners during and after training, addressing questions, troubleshooting challenges, and escalating issues as needed.
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve training processes, materials, and delivery methods to enhance learning outcomes and adoption across the enterprise.
• Work collaboratively within the cohort-based team environment, supporting colleagues and contributing to a culture of mutual respect, shared accountability, and high performance in alignment with OneWA’s mission, values, and Ways of Working principles.

Qualifications

What you need to bring
Required Qualifications:

• Experience facilitating adult learning in both in-person and virtual environments, particularly for technical or enterprise systems.
• Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating training curriculum, materials, and learning activities.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, subject matter experts, and leadership to deliver coordinated training initiatives.
• Experience analyzing learner feedback and training metrics to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Experience managing training logistics, scheduling, enrollment, and compliance to ensure consistent delivery across multiple teams or cohorts.
• Equity Minded:
  • The ability to take action to learn and grow.
  • The ability to meet the needs of others.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience developing and facilitating ERP or enterprise systems training (e.g., Workday, SAP, Oracle).
• Familiarity with instructional design tools and learning management systems (LMS).
• Experience creating and delivering virtual instructor-led training and blended learning solutions.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and strategies for effective knowledge transfer and retention.
• Professional training certifications, such as:
  • Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP)
  • Association for Talent Development (ATD) Certification
  • Instructional Design Certificate or equivalent

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. Don’t let doubts stop you from applying for this position. If you have transferable experience, please share it with us or contact us with questions about the required qualifications and how your experience aligns with them.

Additional Information

What we offer:

At OFM, we foster a culture of integrity, innovation, inclusion, and belonging. We value both learned and lived experiences, believing that diversity makes us stronger. To support your health and well-being, we offer a variety of benefit programs for our employees.

Please visit our Recruitment Page for a full list of employee benefits. Here’s a quick glance at some of the unique benefits that OFM offers:

• An environment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 12 paid holidays, 14 paid vacation days (minimum), and 12 days of sick leave per year
• State retirement programs

Application Process: Once you’ve decided to apply for a state government job, you’ll complete an online application to showcase your qualifications.

Keep in mind that once you submit the application, a real person will read it. We do not use AI or any other technology to screen your application and reject it.

Please ensure you provide clear, detailed information about your work history so your qualifications can be accurately assessed. We will contact the top candidates directly to schedule interviews.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

Your application will not be considered complete and sent to the hiring teams for review unless you attach all of the following:

• Cover letter: describing your qualifications for this specific position
• Resume: that details your applicable experience and education.
• References: at least three professional references and their current contact information.

Questions:
OFM's Staff ASL interpreter is available to all deaf and hard-of-hearing applicants. For questions about this recruitment or to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process, please email us at TalentAcquisition@ofm.wa.gov.

The Office of Financial Management is an equal opportunity employer.

We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity diversity.

Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam-era veterans are encouraged to apply.

This position is exempt from civil service rules.

For more information, please see WAC 357-19-195.