Online Learning Educator

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement plans

Paid leave

Staff training

Job summary

Washington Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) seeks an Online Learning Educator to design, develop, and deliver engaging eLearning experiences for Washington’s court community.

The role emphasizes curriculum and instructional design, multimedia development, and deploying courses in the LMS, collaborating with a team of educators and subject‑matter experts to serve internal and external partners statewide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or closely related field.
• Three years of experience designing and delivering adult education.
• Three years of experience training court staff (WA State courts).
• Willing to travel.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver online learning experiences for internal and external partners.
• Develop dynamic eLearning courses, demos, and multimedia resources.
• Support court customers statewide and deploy learning in the LMS.
• Collaborate with the CES Manager and educators, subject-matter experts, and education committees.
• Manage projects with a focus on accessibility, engagement, and impact.

Skills

Curriculum design

eLearning development

Multimedia design

Project management

Instructional design

LMS deployment

Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or closely related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Ready to make a statewide impact through innovative online learning?

The Washington Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for a detail‑oriented, creative, and enthusiastic online learning educator to join our Court Education team. In this role, you’ll help shape the future of learning across Washington State’s court community by designing, developing, and delivering innovative education experiences for both internal and external partners.

You’ll work closely with the Court Education Services (CES) Manager and collaborate with a dynamic team of educators, subject‑matter experts, and education committees. Your work in developing dynamic eLearning courses, demos, educational resources, and more helps create learning environments that are engaging, accessible, and impactful.

This position focuses on curriculum and instructional design, eLearning development, multimedia design, project management, and the deployment of online learning in our learning management system. It also plays an important part in supporting court customers throughout the state. While this is not a supervisory role, you’ll have plenty of room to bring your creativity, problem‑solving skills, and passion for meaningful learning to a mission‑driven environment.

If you enjoy crafting high‑quality online learning experiences, collaborating with diverse experts, and making a positive difference in how court professionals learn and grow, we’d love to meet you.

Washington Courts Employment Opportunity

Administrative Office of the Courts

Online Learning Educator (Court Educator)

Court Services Division

Our Mission:

Advance the efficient and effective operation of the Washington Judicial System.

The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core values integrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork. It is committed to both employee growth and work‑life balance.

Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace.

POSITION DETAILS

Job #: 2026-71

Status: Project, Full-Time*

Location: Olympia, Washington

Salary: Range 64: $78,504 - $102,996 per year (DOQ).

Opens: August 06, 2026

Closes: August 30 2026. AOC reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time but no sooner than seven (7) calendar days after posting.

*Duration: This project position is currently funded through June 30, 2027.

WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENCY AND TELEWORK INFORMATION

AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager of this recruitment.

This position requires you to be in the office at least two (2) days per week.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits: The following information describes typical benefits available for full‑time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full‑time work (e.g. part‑time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full‑time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax‑deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long‑term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre‑tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well‑being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre‑tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not‑for‑profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full‑time and part‑time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information. Full‑time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 non‑overtime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday. Part‑time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro‑rated basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full‑time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full‑time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave. Sick leave accruals for part‑time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full‑time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165 (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full‑time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 non‑overtime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave. Part‑time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165 (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro‑rated basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full‑time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump‑sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165. Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

• Leave Sharing
• Parental Leave
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

A combination of education and experience demonstrating a working knowledge and global understanding of education methodology may substitute for education and/or experience requirements. Directly relevant experience will still be considered even if the years of required experience are not met.

• Bachelor's degree in education or closely related field

AND

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible related experience in the design and delivery of adult education.

OR

• Three (3) years of progressively responsible related experience in the Washington State courts, responsible for training court staff.

Must be willing to travel. This position may require periodic travel to support programs in various parts of the state for up to one week at a time.

THE IDEAL APPLICANT WILL ALSO HAVE SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Delivers exceptional customer service, consultation, and educational support while maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Designs and delivers effective curriculum and learning experiences using sound adult education principles and accessibility standards.
• Demonstrates strong technical aptitude, including proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools and the ability to self‑learn new technologies.
• Analyzes complex issues, develops solutions, and independently manages projects from concept through implementation.
• Sets realistic expectations, meets deadlines, and takes personal responsibility for producing high‑quality work.
• Adapts quickly to change, manages time and resources effectively, and maintains a positive, flexible approach in both independent and team environments.