Training Development Analyst

Ohio Department of Public Safety; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 69,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Department of Job and Family Services in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Training Development Analyst to design, develop, and deliver training programs for internal staff and county partners. The role blends instructional design, facilitation, and organizational support to improve staff effectiveness.

You will conduct needs assessments, build engaging learning experiences, and support leadership development across multiple program areas.

Qualifications

• 18 mos. exp. preparing & delivering informational & instructional programs for adults using instructional design model & doing & analyzing performance needs assessments.
• Completion of associate core program in instructional design, adult learning, education, instructional technology, or related field.
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessments and support program consultations.
• Create and facilitate in-person and virtual training.
• Facilitate courses such as team building, DISC, and soft skills training.
• Support development of supervisor’s leadership program.
• Assist with projects such as New Employee Orientation, Supervisor Bootcamp, and other Employee and Business Services projects.
• Test training modules for LMS implementation.
• Support updates to the team’s internal SharePoint pages.
• Develop job aids, SOPs, evaluations, visuals, and forms.

Skills

Training

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Job description

Job Description - Training Development Analyst (2600072N)

Training Development Analyst ( 2600072N )

Organization

Job & Family Services

Unposting Date

Oct 4, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

James A Rhodes Office Tower 30 30 East Broad Street 30th Floor Columbus 43215

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : 33.32

Schedule

Full-time

Union : Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Training

Technical Skills : Training

Professional Skills : Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Agency Overview

Who We Are

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:

• Cash and Food Assistance
• Employment Services and Workforce Development
• Unemployment Insurance
• Adult Protective Services
• Child Support

Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands‑on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someone’s world!

Guiding Principles

• We will be a leader in customer satisfaction.
• We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented, diverse, and dedicated employees.
• We get better at what we do every day.

Job Description

Office of Employee and Business Services

The Office of Employee and Business Services (OEBS) provides customer service and operational support to ODJFS through five bureaus: Business Services, Civil Rights and Labor Relations, Human Resources, Multimedia Services, and Training and Educational Services. OEBS customers include all ODJFS employees, clients, service providers, county agencies, and the public. Learn more about the office by visiting the ODJFS OEBS webpage.

What You Will Do

In this role, you will play a key part in developing the skills and effectiveness of both ODJFS internal staff and County JFS partners. Your work centers on creating engaging learning experiences, supporting leadership development, and ensuring staff have the tools they need to perform their roles confidently and consistently. This position blends instructional design, facilitation, collaboration, and organizational support. Job duties include:

• Conduct needs assessments and support program consultations.
• Create and facilitate in-person and virtual training.
• Facilitate courses such as team building, DISC, and soft skills training.
• Support development of supervisor’s leadership program.
• Assist with projects such as New Employee Orientation, Supervisor Bootcamp, and other Employee and Business Services projects.
• Test training modules for LMS implementation.
• Support updates to the team’s internal SharePoint pages.
• Develop job aids, SOPs, evaluations, visuals, and forms.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong facilitation skills for both in‑person and virtual training environments.
• Experience in instructional design and curriculum development.
• Excellent oral communication and presentation abilities.
• Strong written communication skills, including creating resources and job aids.
• Ability to conduct needs assessments and apply analytical thinking.
• Demonstrated collaboration skills and the ability to build effective relationships.
• Adaptability and comfort working across multiple program areas.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Familiarity with e‑learning development tools and learning management system (LMS) environments.
• Change management awareness and the ability to support change initiatives.

Schedule: Full-time.

Hours: Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Location: James A. Rhodes State Officer Tower - 30 E. Broad Street, 30th floor, Columbus, OH 43215.

Travel: Occasional travel within the state of Ohio.

PN: 20100431.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

The candidate, at minimum, must have the following:

Option 1:

• 18 mos. exp. preparing & delivering informational & instructional programs for adults using instructional design model & doing & analyzing performance needs assessments.

Option 2:

• Completion of associate core program in instructional design, adult learning, education, instructional technology, or related field.

Option 3:

• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.

Pay Information

This position is in the State of Ohio’s E1 Pay Schedule, Pay Range 12. Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1, currently $33.32 per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment, new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below.

Pay Range 12

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Step 8

Hourly

$33.32

$35.21

$37.09

$39.14

$41.31

$43.57

$45.35

$47.47

Annual

$69,306

$73,237

$77,147

$81,411

$85,926

$90,626

$94,328

$98,738

Months of Employment

At Hire

6 Months

18 Months

30 Months

42 Months

54 Months

66 Months

78 Months

Supplemental Information

ADA Notice

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact [e-mail].

Background check information

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Some positions may require drug testing and/or fingerprinting. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR‑39), and as outlined in the posting.