Staff Development Training Manager

State-of-Missour; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is hiring a Staff Development Training Manager to plan, develop, deliver, and evaluate training programs in HR compliance, policies, and job‑specific skills. The role supports onboarding, computer training, supervisory development, and continuous improvement across the department.

Responsibilities include designing and updating programs, delivering both in‑person and virtual sessions, and ensuring materials meet state regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or four years’ experience in training design within government, education, or HR domains.
• Ability to design, deliver, and evaluate training programs focused on HR compliance and policies.
• Experience in needs assessment and collaboration with department leaders.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and update training programs related to HR compliance and policies.
• Develop and deliver technical skills training to staff for job effectiveness.
• Conduct needs assessments and identify training gaps with department leaders.
• Facilitate in-person and virtual sessions using various instructional methods.
• Maintain training materials and ensure alignment with state regulations and procedures.
• Evaluate training outcomes and adjust as needed via surveys and metrics.
• Provide guidance on HR compliance topics and skills development for staff.
• Ensure activities comply with laws and DESE policies.

Skills

Training design

HR compliance

Needs assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Four years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Staff Development Training Manager – Department of Elementary & Secondary Education

Job Posting Number: 3760022106

Salary: $73,992.00

Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.

Job Location: This position will be located at 205 Jefferson St., Jefferson City, MO 65101.

Why you’ll love this position:

The Staff Development Training Manager is responsible for planning, developing, delivering, and evaluating training programs that strengthen employee knowledge in HR compliance, HR policies, and job‑specific technical skills. This position serves as a key resource for ensuring DESE employees receive consistent, accurate, and engaging training that supports legal compliance, operational efficiency, and professional growth across the department. This includes but not limited to training personnel in areas such as onboarding, computer training, professional development, supervisory training, and continuous improvement.

What you’ll do:

• Design, implement, and update training programs related to HR compliance, including workplace policies, legal requirements, ethical standards, employee relations, and record-keeping practices


• Develop and deliver technical skills training for staff, ensuring employees have the knowledge required to perform job duties effectively and in accordance with DESE expectations.


• Conduct needs assessments, gather feedback, and collaborate with department leaders to identify training gaps and priorities.


• Facilitate in-person and virtual training sessions using a variety of instructional methods and tools.


• Maintain training materials, documentation, and learning resources to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with state regulations and departmental procedures.


• Evaluate training effectiveness through surveys, performance metrics, and participant feedback; implement adjustments as needed.


• Provide guidance and support to employees and supervisors on HR compliance topics and technical skill development.


• Ensure training activities follow state and federal laws, DESE policies, and best practices for adult learning.


• Demonstrate regular, reliable, and engaged attendance.

Full job description available upon request.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’sDegreefromanaccreditedcollegeoruniversityinBusiness, Education, Organizational Development, Public Administration, or a closely related field.

OR

• Four years' experience designing and delivering training programs, ideally within government, education, or HR-related environments

Lack of post‐secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.

• defined pension plan


• generous amounts of leave and holiday time


• eligibility for health insurance coverage

Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck.

To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees.

If you have questions about this position, please contact: [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer:

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at [phone], through Missouri Relay System at [phone], or via email at [e-mail].

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Director of Civil Rights Compliance and MOA Coordinator (Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADAAA/Age Act/GINA/USDA Title VI),2nd Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-522-1775 or TTY 800-735-2966; fax number 573-522-4883; email [e-mail].

To Our Applicants with Disabilities:

For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at [phone]. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service [phone].

Notice to Applicants:

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, contact Human Resources.