Contract Learning & Development Specialist

Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Staffing Group is seeking a Learning & Development Specialist in Minneapolis, MN for a 6-month contract. The role requires 3–5 years in L&D, with expertise in instructional design, facilitation, and LMS tools.

The position offers a mix of onsite and remote work with a strong emphasis on stakeholder collaboration. You will design training materials, deliver both virtual and in-person sessions, and support talent management initiatives while partnering with leaders to identify learning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years in Learning & Development, Training, Instructional Design or related field.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Experience developing training materials, job aids, and e-learning content.
• Experience facilitating virtual and/or in-person training sessions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint.
• Experience with LMS platforms and e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate or Camtasia.
• Experience with Workday Talent modules is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain training materials including e-learning modules, facilitator guides, job aids, and user guides.
• Facilitate virtual and instructor-led training sessions on topics such as leadership development, performance management, and employee development planning.
• Support talent management initiatives including performance management, succession planning, and talent review programs.
• Partner with business leaders and subject matter experts to identify learning needs and develop effective training solutions.
• Track program participation, manage enrollments, and maintain training records and reporting.
• Translate complex or technical information into engaging and easy-to-understand learning content.
• Assist with Learning Management System (LMS) administration and training program coordination.

Skills

Learning & Development

Instructional design

Facilitation

Stakeholder management

PowerPoint

Adult learning principles

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Articulate

Camtasia

LMS platforms

Workday Talent

Job description

Learning & Development Specialist • Minneapolis, MN (1 Day Onsite, 4 Days Remote) • 6-Month Contract • $38-$45/Hour DOE

Beacon Hill was founded to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain training materials including e-learning modules, facilitator guides, job aids, and user guides.
• Facilitate virtual and instructor-led training sessions on topics such as leadership development, performance management, and employee development planning.
• Support talent management initiatives including performance management, succession planning, and talent review programs.
• Partner with business leaders and subject matter experts to identify learning needs and develop effective training solutions.
• Track program participation, manage enrollments, and maintain training records and reporting.
• Translate complex or technical information into engaging and easy-to-understand learning content.
• Assist with Learning Management System (LMS) administration and training program coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in Learning & Development, Training, Instructional Design, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies.
• Experience developing training materials, job aids, and e-learning content.
• Experience facilitating virtual and/or in-person training sessions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly PowerPoint.
• Experience with LMS platforms and e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate or Camtasia.
• Experience with Workday Talent modules is strongly preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Creating Workday training guides and user documentation.
• Supporting talent reviews, succession planning, and performance management initiatives.
• LMS administration and learning program management.
• Consulting with leaders to identify and address training needs.

Ideal Candidate

• Adapts quickly to new environments and teams.
• Comfortable working through ambiguity and shifting priorities.
• Collaborative, consultative, and relationship-focused.
• Strong instructional design and content development capabilities.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Benefits Information

• Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.