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State of Minnesota Learning Operations and Systems Specialist - Training and Development Specialist 2 in St. Paul, Minnesota
Working Title: Learning Operations and Systems Specialist
Job Class: Training and Development Specialist 2
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
Job ID : 93640
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 04/23/2026.
Date Posted : 04/17/2026
Closing Date : 04/23/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Employment and Economic Development Department - MAPE
Division/Unit : Human Resources Employee Experience
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, up to 5% of the time
Salary Range: $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Association of Professional Employees/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Are you someone who thrives on organization, accuracy, and making complex learning operations run smoothly? Do you enjoy coordinating learning systems, logistics, and data in support of meaningful employee development work?
The Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is seeking a Learning Operations and Systems Specialist to support agency-wide learning, development, and employee experience initiatives. This role provides operational leadership for learning systems, compliance tracking, training logistics, reporting, and event coordination.
This position plays a critical part in ensuring that learning and engagement initiatives are delivered accurately, efficiently, and with strong operational discipline.
Responsibilities include:
Serve as an agency administrator for the enterprise learning management system (LMS) and LinkedIn Learning platform.
Manage training assignments, class rosters, learner groups, and training records within enterprise learning systems.
Monitor mandatory training compliance and generate reports to support agency accountability.
Coordinate logistics for leadership development sessions, new employee orientation, town halls, manager meetups, and other employee experience initiatives.
Support dashboards, data tracking, and reporting related to learning participation and engagement efforts.
Troubleshoot learning system issues and coordinate with enterprise partners such as MMB or MNIT as needed.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and user guides related to operational and system support.
Manage purchasing workflows, vendor documentation, and event coordination support for learning initiatives.
Provide production and technical support for virtual and hybrid learning sessions.
Serve as an emerging trainer by developing and delivering designated learning modules and supporting facilitation activities.
We are looking for someone who:
Is highly organized and detail-oriented
Can manage multiple priorities and deadlines with consistency
Has strong systems and data accuracy skills
Communicates clearly and professionally with a wide range of stakeholders
Can troubleshoot issues and escalate appropriately
Enjoys supporting both the operational and people-facing side of learning work
Can balance routine processes with changing priorities and agency needs
If you are energized by creating operational structure that allows learning and employee experience work to succeed, we encourage you to apply.
This position is telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.
This position requires very occasional travel that may be necessary beyond the standard on-site requirement.
This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.
Minimum Qualifications
Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
Two (2) years* of experience supporting learning operations, training administration, compliance tracking, event coordination, or systems-based program support.
*Associate’s degree in Training and Development, Human Resources, Education, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Public Administration, Communications, or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute six (6) months of experience; bachelor’s degree substitutes for one (1) year of experience; master’s degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience.
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:
Experience administering or supporting a learning management system such as Enterprise Learning Management (ELM) or a similar platform
Experience tracking training, compliance, or participation requirements and generating associated reports, dashboards, or spreadsheets to support management decisions
Experience coordinating and supporting in-person, virtual, or hybrid training sessions, live events, or program logistics
Experience managing multiple projects, schedules, or operational processes at the same time
Experience maintaining systems, records, or data with a high degree of accuracy and ability to identify issues, resolve problems, and escalate matters appropriately
Experience communicating with a variety of stakeholders in a professional and service-oriented manner
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting purchasing activities, vendor coordination, or training-related administrative workflows
Experience serving as a technical producer for virtual learning or meetings
Experience facilitating or co-facilitating training sessions
Knowledge of eLearning tools, instructional design principles, adult learning theory, and evaluation methods for training effectiveness
Effective communication skills to write, edit, proofread, and clearly communicate complex information to a wide and varied audience
Knowledge of accessibility concepts, standards, and accommodations for learners within a government setting
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures
Additional Requirements
A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
Criminal Background Check
Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only)
Employment Reference Check
Conflict of Interest Review
Driver’s License and Records Check
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.