Title: Talent Development Officer

Job Summary :

Are you a seasoned Human Resources (HR) professional with a desire to work in an innovative forward focused state agency? If so, AHCCCS is your next career adventure! Bring your HR expertise and skills in customer service, innovation and organization to the HRD team. Under the direction of the Organizational and Learning Development Manager, this position provides instructional design expertise and supports the planning, development, implementation, research, and evaluation of Agency talent development programs.

Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Develop specific training and development programs utilizing instructional design practices and best practices for both in-person training and e-learning. Conduct & utilize evidence-based research, needs analysis, design, development, facilitation and feedback of new and existing programs.
• Ensure agency strategic needs are focused on. Make recommendations for initiatives and programs aligned with agency goals and objectives. Utilize curriculum development standards and instructional design standards such as ADDIE & The Kirkpatrick Method. Provide instructional design skills where needed to update existing programs to ensure our programs are consistent in their branding.
• Organize and implement talent development opportunities for all Agency staff and / or as requested by outside agencies or organizations where appropriate. Activities include innovating, developing, planning, directing, participating, and delivering programs. Strong focus on the AHCCCS leadership development programs that align with needs analysis and agency goals and objectives.
• Conduct research, track progress of identified groups, individuals, programs. Prepare and analyze surveys. Input, update, and analyze results as complied in the Agency LMS. Responsible for the review and editing of articles, features, presentations and training programs.
• Maintain thought leadership on all OD&L functions by reading, researching, networking, participating in webinars, and other means. Strong focus in the area of diversity, inclusion and belonging to ensure all our programs meet agency standards.
• Maintain expertise in employee coaching as exemplified by attaining and maintaining appropriate certifications and staying current with trends and innovations. Management of the one-on-one coaching program at AHCCCS which includes : marketing, promotion, communication with management, tracking, scheduling and conducting one on one sessions.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :

Knowledge of an / or ability to learn :

Skilled in :

Ability to :

Selective Preference(s) :

Minimum : Two or more years of experience in organizational development, curriculum development, or performance coaching.

Preferred : Bachelor's degree in business, organizational leadership, training and development, human resources, or a related field. Professional certification or four years of experience in curriculum development, coaching, and / or training delivery.

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Benefits :

Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are :

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work / life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

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