Training & Development Consultant (Human Resource Consultant 4)

Salary : $919,296.00 - $1,235,952.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Department: Attorney General's Office
Division: Human Resources
Opening Date: 11/10/2026
Closing Date: 11/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information: The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step

Description
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Position and Salary
The Attorney General's Office (AGO) is recruiting for a permanent full-time Talent & Development Consultant (Human Resource Consultant 4) to join the agency's Human Resources Office. This position will be located in Tumwater, Washington, and is not union-represented. We offer flexible and hybrid work schedules in accordance with AGO policy. Human Resource Consultant 4 (Salary Range 63): $76,608 - $102,996/annual.The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
The Opportunity

The Training & Development Consultant plays a key role in the agency by determining course content, creating workforce development plans and programs, and providing instruction targeted to address the needs of the organization and its employees. This position builds and facilitates training sessions that place employee skill development and alignment with the AGO mission at the forefront of each initiative.

Duties and Essential Functions of a Training & Development Consultant at the AGOThe primary function of this position is to advise office staff, leadership, and training committees on training needs, available curriculum, and training event facilitation. Assigned work activities may include, but are not limited to:

• Training & Consultation
  • Provide training and curriculum advice to office staff, leadership, and training committees
  • Determine training needs and independently develop or acquire curriculum and facilitate training events to support organizational development and learning
  • Partner with internal collaborators and liaise with peers and experts regarding design
  • Provide direction or progress updates
• Research & Curriculum Development
  • Consider the appropriate methods and current modalities for instruction to address pre-identified learning outcomes and expectations
  • Stay updated on new training methods and techniques
  • Utilize project management practices and program design models for successful deployment
  • Design, prepare, or order educational aids and materials to support the learning
  • Assess instructional effectiveness and adjust, as needed
• Employee Training Registration Support
  • Support the registration process for employee trainings/CLEs
  • Provide web conferencing consultation and support
  • Coordinate virtual training and conferencing events, including quest speaker presentations
  • Partner with external service providers to remove potential barriers for a successful and engaging learning environment
  • Produce and manage post-session evaluations and support the ongoing analysis of training effectiveness and results
• Training Programs & Committees Liaising
  • Assist committees with identifying and prioritizing training needs
  • Support scheduling, announcing, coordinating, facilitating, and evaluating events
  • Prepare to report committee progress and performance metrics to the Training & Development Manager, Chief HR Officer, and Leadership as needed
• Hosting Train-the-Trainer Sessions

If you're committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth, seasoned in providing administrative services to employees and committees, and versed in training development, lesson planning, and facilitation, then you're encouraged to apply!

This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement.
Required Qualifications
Seven (7) years total of broad-based professional human resource experience*, including facilitating organizational development or change*, and advising and consulting on human resource issues.
OR

A bachelor's degree with focus on business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field
AND
Three years of broad-based professional human resource experience*, including facilitating organizational development or change, and advising and consulting on human resource issues.

*You may have gained applicable experience for this position through an organizational development role or through facilitating professional training to adults within classroom and/or virtual settings.
Preferred Qualifications
The most competitive candidates will have developed the following skills and experience through public sector, corporate, nonprofit, military, staffing agency work, apprenticeship or workforce programs, or other training and development environments:

• Working knowledge and understanding of adult learning styles, curriculum development, and training needs assessment strategies. Familiarity with traditional and modern job training methods and techniques, including developing e-learning modules.
• Training certifications, or ability to obtain specific certifications, as required
• Webinar or virtual conferencing experience
• Conference planning and support experience
• Project management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple assignments
• An understanding of technical legal knowledge

Application Instructions
In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:

• A cover letter, describing your specific qualifications for the position
• A current resume detailing experience and education

Please read the following information completely:

• You may not reapply to this posting for 30 days.
• The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the "work experience" and "education" sections of your application in
• A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.
• Please be sure to remove private information such as your Social Security number, date of birth, etc.
• All information may be verified and documentation may be required.
• The Washington State Office of the Attorney General does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit

Excellent Benefits
Washington State offers one of the most competitive in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s); Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance. Beyond these traditional benefits, we offer Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more.

With the goal of employee health and wellness, we also offer flexible schedules and telework options for most positions, a Wellness Program, the Employee Assistance Program, and numerous affinity groups to foster community and connection.