State of Oregon
Workday Learning and Development Specialist
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Salem, OR
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $6,048 - $9,542 per Month
💻 Learning & Development
🗓️ August 12th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
Oregon Department of Administrative Services is hiring a Workday Learning and Development Specialist. The role involves designing, developing, and delivering engaging virtual training on the Workday system for over 45,000 employees across Oregon state government. The specialist will collaborate with subject matter experts, evaluate training effectiveness, and support change management initiatives to enhance the adoption of new Workday functionalities.
Highlights
- Design and deliver virtual training programs on the Workday HRIS system.
- Collaborate with experts to create accessible, learner-focused content.
- Evaluate training using feedback and data to improve statewide resources.
- Participate in change management to support new Workday functionality adoption.
- Require five years of experience in adult education course design or organizational development; bachelor’s degree may substitute for three years.
- Experience with HR, Payroll, Time Tracking processes within Workday or similar systems preferred.
- Strong skills in instructional design, facilitation, analytics, and project management.
- Salary ranges from $6,048 to $8,920 per month (non-PERS) and $6,469 to $9,542 per month (PERS eligible).
- Serves over 45,000 statewide employees within Oregon state government agencies.
- Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, retirement plans, wellness resources, career growth, and student loan forgiveness eligibility.
Workday Learning and Development Specialist Full Description
Workday Learning and Development Specialist
Hybrid Work Optional
Salem | DAS | Executive Building
Full time
Agency:Department of Administrative Services
Salary Range:$6,048 - $8,920
Position Type:Employee
Position Title:Workday Learning and Development Specialist
Job Description:
Workday Learning and Development Specialist
Classification: Learning and Development Specialist 2
Oregon Department of Administrative Services
Salem, Oregon | Hybrid Eligible
Salary:
$6,048 - $8,920/per month Non-PERS
$6,469 - $9,542/per month PERS*
Are you passionate about helping others learn and thrive in their roles? Do you enjoy translating complex systems into clear, engaging training? Join the Oregon Department of Administrative Services (DAS) as a Workday Learning and Development Specialist and help empower over 45,000 employees statewide to successfully navigate our enterprise Workday Oregon system.
What You'll Do:
Workday Oregon is a vital division within DAS. We manage and support the Workday HRIS system that powers HR, Payroll, Time Tracking, Benefits, and more across all branches of Oregon state government.
As our next Workday Learning and Development Specialist, you will:
- Design, develop, and deliver engaging, virtual training on all components of our Workday system.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and partners to create accessible, learner-focused content.
- Evaluate training effectiveness and use feedback, data, and system updates to continuously improve statewide resources.
- Participate in change management initiatives and help agencies successfully adopt new Workday functionality.
View the entire position description here.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications:
Five years of work experience designing, planning, and implementing adult education courses, or applying web-based technologies in a blended learning environment;
OR
Five years of work experience designing, planning, and implementing organizational development strategies.
A bachelor's degree in Education, Organizational Psychology, Business or Public Administration, Training and Development, Human Resources, Organizational Behavior, or related field may substitute for three years of the work experience stated above.
Desired Attributes:
- Demonstrated commitment to equity and accessibility in training materials and delivery, with examples of applying inclusive practices and supporting continuous improvement in learning outcomes.
- Proven experience designing and delivering training programs to large, diverse audiences across multiple locations or agencies, including virtual delivery.
- In-depth knowledge and practical application of HR, Payroll, Time Tracking, and related processes within Workday or similar enterprise system.
- Demonstrated expertise in facilitation and instructional design, including the ability to create learning objectives, develop curriculum, and adapt training methods for various learning styles.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience managing training projects from planning through evaluation, including use of tools like Excel, survey platforms, or learning management systems.
- Familiarity with state government operations and collective bargaining agreements.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
At DAS, you’ll be part of an enterprise team that drives innovation, equity, and accountability across state government. You’ll join a forward-thinking leadership team committed to building efficient and inclusive systems that serve all Oregonians.
Our amazing benefits include:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your dependents. Additional option benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, and 8 hours of sick leave accrued each month. Vacation leave starts at 10 hours per month and increases with your length of service.
- Retirement: Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
- Wellness: Resources to support work-life balance, health, and overall satisfaction.
- Career Growth Opportunities: Access to professional development and advancement to build your career with the State of Oregon.
- Get There - Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.
- Student Loan Forgiveness: As a state employee, you may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, helping you achieve financial freedom while making a difference.
How to Apply
Ready to join our team? Here’s how to apply:
- External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” link and submit your application. View this video for help.
- Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this knowledge article for help.
- Important Instructions: Attach a current resume and cover letter that clearly demonstrate how you meet the required qualifications. Carefully follow all instructions. Only complete applications received by the posted deadline will be considered.
Additional Details
- The salary range listed is the non-PERS eligible rate. If you’re already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible after 6 months of employment, the salary range will increase by 6.95% and the required 6% employee retirement contribution will be deducted from your pay.
- In addition to all of our amazing state benefits, this position offers a primarily remote work environment. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions. This will be discussed upon job offer and can change at any time due to business needs.
- This announcement is for one permanent, full-time, Learning and Development Specialist 2 in management service. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline. If you have questions about the announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, contact Cassie Graham, cassie.graham@das.oregon.gov, 503-949-6169.
- Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
- Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.
Helpful Links & Resources
Come for a job. | Stay for a career. | Make a difference... for a lifetime!
The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. At the Department of Administrative Services, we embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.
Similar Jobs
Training & Consultation Specialist
Rutgers University
🇺🇸 New Brunswick, NJ
Training Support Specialist
Kansas State University
🇺🇸 Manhattan, KS
Professional Learning Specialist, Central (Denver, CO)
IXL Learning
🇺🇸 Remote - Denver, CO
Professional Learning Specialist, Central (Phoenix, AZ)
IXL Learning
🇺🇸 Remote - Phoenix, AZ
Curriculum & Integration Specialist
University of Vermont
🇺🇸 Hybrid - Burlington, VT
