Introduction
The Division of Personnel Management is recruiting to fill two Training and Development Specialist, Senior vacancies with the Bureau of Training and Development to provide learning management system administration and eLearning instructional design.
This position is headquartered at the Department of Administration State Office Building, 101 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI. The position currently has the flexibility to work remotely. Time in the office will be required depending on training and operational needs. Statewide travel to provide training may be required. Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process.
Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. The Department of Administration (DOA) provides direct services to state agency customers and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin.
As the flagship agency of the State of Wisconsin, our core values at Department of Administration are
Adaptability, Collaboration, Stewardship, Equity, Service Excellence, and Integrity. Our values make it possible for us to fulfill our mission, with a set of shared principles and practices, and form the bedrock of how we operate, interact, and are seen by colleagues, partners, and other agencies.
This recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies (permanent, project, or LTE) that become available in the next six months.
Position Summary
These positions are responsible for two core functional areas: administering the learning management system (LMS) and designing and developing online learning. These positions will administer and maintain the learning management system (LMS) used by all state agencies. Responsibilities include configuring and maintaining security roles, troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions, creating support resources such as job aids, publishing eLearning, and providing consultation and technical assistance to users and stakeholders as needed. These positions will also research, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate online training modules and programs. This includes independent research on workforce skills, as well as collaborating with subject matter experts and agency stakeholders to determine appropriate training content, select effective instructional technologies, and design and develop eLearning modules.
For more information, please view the complete position description.
Salary Information
Starting hourly rate for the Training and Development Specialist - Senior position (schedule/range 81-03) will be $35.00 per hour - $38.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan. A 12-month probationary period is required.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
- Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
- Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $49/month for single plans and $122/month for family plans after two months of employment)
- An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
- Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
- A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
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Job Details
Due to the nature of the position, DOA will conduct background checks on applicants prior to selection. DOA does not sponsor work visas and is not an eligible OPT (Optional Practical Training) employer for F-1 international students. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form.
Candidates selected to interview will be required to provide an eLearning sample they have previously designed and developed prior to the interview.
Qualifications
Minimally qualified applicants will have experience with each of the following:
- Administering and managing a complex, multi-level learning management system (e.g., Cornerstone, iSpring, 360Learning, or similar), including such activities as configuring security roles, making learning assignments, creating and running reports, providing technical support to users and stakeholders, adding or creating classes, etc.
- Using eLearning creation software, such as Articulate 360, Camtasia, iSpring Suite, etc., to develop online training modules and accompanying materials.
- Collaborating with subject matter experts and agency stakeholders to develop course content, training scripts, and instructional materials for eLearning modules.
- Researching and narrowing content to develop eLearning modules for cross-cutting competencies such as communication, customer service, interpersonal skills, etc. based on learning outcomes and grounded in adult learning theory and/or Bloom’s taxonomy for a large workforce.
- Utilizing best practices in accessibility, usability, and inclusion to develop eLearning modules that are accessible to all employees.
In addition, well-qualified applicants will have experience with one or more of the following:
- Using data to drive continuous improvements in the learning management system and/or online training modules.
- Using video, image, voiceover, and/or audio editing tools (e.g., Audacity, Sonix, Blender, GIMP, etc.) in eLearning design.
- Configuring and administering FTP, SFTP, and encryption protocols for secure data and file transfer.
- Using WCAG 2.1 standards to develop accessible eLearning modules.
How To Apply
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Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. Please review the instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications. Your cover letter is limited to a maximum of two (2) typed pages, single-spaced, no smaller than 10-point font, with 1-inch margins. Resumes should be limited to no more than two (2) pages (no format requirements). Pages more than the specified limits may not be evaluated.
Submitted materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process for available vacancies.
The State of Wisconsin is committed to providing opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Any applicants and employees with a disability may request reasonable accommodations.
The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.
Questions can be directed to Nathan Draeger at nathan2.draeger@wisconsin.gov.
Deadline to Apply
Application materials are due by 11:59pm on July 27, 2026.
