Leadership and Talent Development Consultant - Training and Development Specialist 2

State of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Minnesota is seeking a Leadership and Talent Development Consultant to design, implement, and continuously improve leadership and onboarding programs for DHS. This role focuses on developing a cohesive portfolio that strengthens leadership capability, succession readiness, and organizational bench strength.

As a cross-functional partner, you will collaborate with OEC, HR, and senior leaders to assess needs, leverage data, and deliver responsive workforce development solutions that

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in learning and development, talent development, leadership development, organizational development, employee engagement, human resources, program development, or a closely related field.
• Experience developing, coordinating, implementing, and/or facilitating learning, employee development, or leadership development programs.
• Experience developing or adapting curriculum, learning materials, presentations, or development resources for adult learners.
• Ability to facilitate programs, presentations, meetings, or learning experiences for diverse audiences.
• Ability to coordinate multiple programs, projects, priorities, and deliverables simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, curriculum development, facilitation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the DHS new employee experience, including New Employee Orientation and the Neon Network.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of department-wide leadership and talent development programming.
• Coordinate and implement mentorship, cross-functional employee development, and integrated talent development initiatives.
• Provide functional leadership, project direction, consultation, and coordination for assigned OEC work and special projects.

Skills

Learning & Development

Leadership Development

Organizational Development

Employee Engagement

Human Resources

Program Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Adult Education, Training and Development, HRD, Organization Development, Social Sciences, or related field

Job description

Working Title: Leadership and Talent Development Consultant

Job Class: Training & Development Specialist 2

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 96935
• Location : St. Paul
• Telework Eligible : Yes
• Full/Part Time : Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 09/10/2026
• Closing Date : 09/16/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office
• Division/Unit : DHS-Central Office / DHS Talent Management
• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : No
• Salary Range : $29.76 - $43.69 / hourly; $62,138 - $91,224 / annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status : Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

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.

This position is eligible for telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.

As the Leadership and Talent Development Consultant, you will serve as a leadership and talent development resource for the Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Office of Employee Culture (OEC). The position designs, develops, facilitates, coordinates, implements, evaluates, and continuously improves an integrated portfolio of employee onboarding, leadership development, mentorship, and talent development programs that strengthen employee connection, leadership capability, succession readiness, and organizational bench strength.

This position works across OEC and with Human Resources, senior and executive leaders, supervisors, managers, program leaders, employee engagement partners, restorative/story-of-practice leaders, and other partners throughout DHS to assess needs, develop responsive programming, use workforce and program data, and contributes toward leadership and talent development strategy.

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

• Lead the design, curriculum development, facilitation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of the DHS new employee experience, including New Employee Orientation and the Neon Network.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of department-wide leadership and talent development programming.
• Coordinate and implement mentorship, cross-functional employee development, and integrated talent development initiatives.
• Provide functional leadership, project direction, consultation, and coordination for assigned OEC work and special projects.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.

Two (2) years of experience in learning and development, talent development, leadership development, organizational development, employee engagement, human resources, program development, or a closely related field.

Experience must demonstrate:

• Developing, coordinating, implementing, and/or facilitating learning, employee development, or leadership development programs.
• Developing or adapting curriculum, learning materials, presentations, or development resources for adult learners.
• Facilitating programs, presentations, meetings, or learning experiences for diverse audiences.
• Coordinating multiple programs, projects, priorities, and deliverables simultaneously.
• Ability to use participant feedback, program information, workforce data, or other relevant information to evaluate needs and inform continuous improvement.

A Bachelor's degree in Adult Education, Training and Development, Human Resources Development, Organization Development, Social Sciences, or other closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience consulting with leaders and partners to identify needs and translate them into practical learning, talent, and organizational solutions.
• Three or more years of professional experience in learning and development, leadership development, talent development, organizational development, employee engagement, or a related area.
• Experience designing and leading organization-wide leadership development, supervisory development, mentorship, onboarding, or employee development programs.
• Experience working within a large, complex public-sector or similarly complex organization.
• Experience using qualitative and quantitative data, participant feedback, organizational needs assessments, or workforce trends to develop and improve learning and talent strategies.
• Certification in Project Management.
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

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 [e-mail] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.