Sr. Training & Development Specialist

Accounting Office, State; United States; On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia is seeking a Sr. Training & Development Specialist for the State Accounting Office to design and deliver training programs across multiple modalities. The role focuses on scalable instructor‑led sessions, eLearning, and content development to improve learning outcomes.

Under guidance, you will lead content creation, ensure accessibility standards, and coordinate facilitators. A degree and several years of training experience are required; background in accounting is a plus.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent education and experience in related field.
• 5–10 years of instructor‑led training experience.
• Experience authoring eLearning with Articulate Storyline (3–5 years).
• Strong knowledge of ADDIE training design methodology.
• Experience with Workday Learning training development and support.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging in person and virtual training that supports adult learning and measurable outcomes.
• Develop instructor‑led and eLearning content and materials for multiple modalities using tools including Articulate Storyline 360.
• Lead eLearning analysis, storyboarding, scripting, design, quality assurance, accessibility review, publishing, and maintenance.
• Assist with training schedules and coordination of facilitators, data staging, materials, communications, logistics, and perform the Producer role for other instructors as they delivery training.
• Serve as a proactive lead resource for other Training and Development Specialists by providing guidance, coaching, feedback, and quality review for training delivery and eLearning development.
• Provide learner support leveraging the CRM system, troubleshoot issues, reinforce key concepts, and update training content.

Skills

Instructor‑led training

ADDIE methodology

Financial accounting

LMS administration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent education

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Workday Learning

GA@WORK

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!

We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title

Sr. Training & Development Specialist

Agency

State Accounting Office

Job Requisition ID

JR0000004671

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

SALARY RANGE: $50,982.94 - $66,351.55

Job Description

The State Accounting Office (SAO) provides accounting and financial reporting expertise for the State and is statutorily responsible for statewide financial reporting. The SAO also provides enterprise oversight and management of the State’s Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, accounting policy development, financial business process improvement recommendations, and management of the payroll and accounting shared service centers. Under general supervision, the Sr. Training and Development Specialist assesses, plans, coordinates, designs, delivers, and evaluates training. The successful applicant provides end-to-end instructor‑led training for in‑person and virtual sessions and develops scalable instructor‑led, virtual, and eLearning solutions. Develops and evaluates content and monitors learning outcomes for functional and/or technical training activities. Serves as a senior learning resource, partnering with stakeholders to identify needs, recommend solutions, and improve learning programs.

Important Notes

• Candidates interested in employment with the SAO must: Successfully pass a background check, including, criminal background/records check, employment and education verification, employment reference checks, credit evaluation and professional license checks, where applicable
• Upon, and throughout, employment, both reside and work in the State of Georgia; and Have current legal authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
• The SAO does not sponsor, or support employment based on non-immigrant visas, now or in the future, including but not limited to H-1B, F1, M1, J1, E2 or any other visa category

Pay Grade

Sr. Training & Development Specialist - (GSP123) Pay Grade: L Salary Range: $50,982.94 - $66,351.55

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED and five (5) years of area specific experience, which includes one (1) year in a lead worker, team leader, or supervisory role; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Training & Dev Spec 3 (GSP122).

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging in person and virtual training that supports adult learning and measurable outcomes
• Develop instructor‑led and eLearning content and materials for multiple modalities using tools including Articulate Storyline 360
• Lead eLearning analysis, storyboarding, scripting, design, quality assurance, accessibility review, publishing, and maintenance
• Assist with training schedules and coordination of facilitators, data staging, materials, communications, logistics, and perform the Producer role for other instructors as they delivery training
• Serve as a proactive lead resource for other Training and Development Specialists by providing guidance, coaching, feedback, and quality review for training delivery and eLearning development
• Provide learner support leveraging the CRM system, troubleshoot issues, reinforce key concepts, and update training content
• Identify recurring issues and recommend solutions
• Use evaluations, assessments, completion data, and stakeholder feedback to measure effectiveness and improve training
• Collaborate with technical and functional teams to document processes and translate complex information into clear learning objectives and content
• Ensure learning materials meet organizational quality, branding, and accessibility standards
• Support Learning Technology including LMS functions and training tenant support, such as learner enrollments and assignments, curriculum and completion tracking, evaluations, learner communications, reporting, and staging data
• Partner with leadership and agencies to recommend learning strategies, curriculum approaches, delivery methods, and implementation plans
• Review feedback and outcomes; prepare recommendations and updates for leadership and stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent education and experience
• Instructor led training, 5-10 years’ experience
• Authoring eLearning with Articulate Storyline (3-5 years)
• Working knowledge of the ADDIE methodology
• Workday Learning training development, delivery and training tenant support
• Financial Accounting background
• Learning Management System Administration GA@WORK

Primary Duties and Responsibilities (Additional)

Responsibility: Training & Reporting Level of Accountability: Contributor Security Risk Level: Low Training & Support: Contributor Integration w/ Standard Duties: Role‑Specific Additions:

Additional Information

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. The State Accounting Office is an equal opportunity employer. The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

About the State of Georgia

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.