Learning & Development Specialist 2

Job Description :

The Oregon State Police in Salem, Oregon is hiring for one (1) Full-Time, Permanent Learning and Development Specialist 2 position. This position is in-office without the opportunity for a hybrid or remote schedule.

Studies have shown that people from underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet all the qualifications and preferred skills described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you meet key qualifications for the job and believe you would be a good fit, we encourage you to apply; please use your resume and cover letter to address your qualifications and the preferred skills for this position.

If you are a current OSP AFSCME employee and you wish to receive preference as an internal applicant, you must apply in Workday by end of day on 07 / 22 / 2025 . If you apply after this time, you will not receive internal preference and your interview materials will be reviewed along with external applicants. This recruitment will remain open until 10 / 06 / 2025 , or until filled, with application review dates occurring approximately every two weeks beginning 07 / 22 / 2025. We may close the announcement at any time after this date when we have received an adequate number of applications.

If you require an alternate format to complete the employment process, or to request a copy of the position description, please contact and reference REQ-183588.

The salary listed is the non-PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) qualifying salary range. Prior to applying you should ensure all sections of your Workday Job History page is accurate and complete. This information is utilized during the pay equity analysis phase.

Summary of Job Duties :

In this position, you will design, coordinate, deliver and evaluate the statewide Education and Training Program for approximately 625 Law Enforcement Data Systems (LEDS) system user agencies comprised of both criminal and non-criminal justice agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. As a member of the LEDS Training Team, you will be responsible for all operational and technical aspects of LEDS user training and program development in support of Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Programs.

Minimum Qualifications / Eligibility Requirements :

Five years of work experience designing, planning, and implementing adult education courses, or applying web-based technologies in a blended learning environment;

Five years of work experience designing, planning, and implementing organizational development strategies.

A bachelor's degree in Education, Organizational Psychology, Business or Public Administration, Training and Development, Human Resources, Organizational Behavior, or related field may substitute for three years of the work experience stated above.

Preferred Skills :

Skills in referencing policy and procedure manuals, handbooks, or specialized sources to research and analyze information with a focus on creating training material.

Skills instructing / explaining rules or policies via in-person, webinar, phone or in writing, working effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Ability to recognize issues or situations that could have an adverse impact and make independent judgements and decisions in the explanation and application of policies, statutes, administrative rules, regulations, and procedures.

Experience in working with and applying process improvement methods to ensure effective training.

Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite, or other training curriculum software.

This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and / or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.

Special Qualifications :

Must be LEDS certified or be able to obtain certification upon hire.

Selection Process :

The process will be comprised of the following evaluation assessment (subject to change).

Interview