Curriculum Designer (Human Resources Consultant 3)

Description

This recruitment will remain open until April 16, 2025. The agency reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time after the initial screening date on April 9, 2025. It is in the applicant’s best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Make a Difference: Protect Consumers & Join Our Dynamic Team!

The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) seeks a motivated and qualified individual for the Curriculum Designer (Human Resources Consultant 3) position. This role is within the Executive Division, Human Resources Unit and is based out of our Tumwater Office.

WHY OIC?

• Meaningful work: Ensure a healthy insurance market & protect Washington consumers.
• Impactful career: Make a daily difference in the lives of countless Washingtonians.
• Small agency, big opportunities: Gain a holistic understanding of our mission and build strong relationships with colleagues.
• Flexible work options: Hybrid work opportunities.
  
  

About The Position

We are excited to announce an opening for a Curriculum Designer to join our small, close-knit, and highly collaborative team at The OIC. As a Curriculum Designer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering engaging, high-quality training programs, courses, and materials that directly contribute to the ongoing success of our workforce. You will collaborate closely with subject matter experts and team members to create innovative learning experiences that are aligned with our agency’s goals and the needs of our diverse staff.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in instructional design and adult learning principles, with the ability to create learning solutions that are both engaging and effective. This role requires a creative thinker who can take complex concepts and break them down into accessible, engaging learning experiences. As part of a small, team-oriented unit, you will work in a supportive environment where every team member’s contributions are valued, and your ideas and insights will directly impact the success of our training initiatives.

If you are passionate about making a difference through impactful learning experiences, and you’re looking for a role that offers both professional growth and the chance to work in a close-knit, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of workforce development in Washington State and be part of a dedicated team that values creativity, collaboration, and excellence in learning.

This recruitment may be used to establish a qualified pool of candidates for Human Resources Consultant 3 vacancies in the next sixty days.

This is a Washington General Service position. The monthly salary range for this position is $5,501 - $7,400.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, dental, vision, retirement, paid leave (vacation, sick, etc.) and much more!
• Supportive work environment: We value diversity, professional growth, and collaborative atmosphere.
• Wellness programs: Invest in your well-being with on-site resources and initiatives.
• Work-life balance: Flexible schedules with telework opportunities.
• Public service fulfillment: Contribute to a cause that matters and feel the satisfaction of serving the public good.
• Training & Development: Continuously learn and grow with tuition reimbursement. Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and other programs.
• Free parking (Tumwater) & Public transportation pass (Thurston County): Save on commuting costs.
• And more! Explore our website for additional benefits: https://www.insurance.wa.gov
  
  

Duties

The duties of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for the development and design of training content, materials, job aids, facilitator/learner guides, and curriculum in various areas.
• Assist with development of training and/or performance management policies; ensure resources and training opportunities are accessible.
• Assist in identifying training needs and developing strategies using professional independent judgement to effectively respond to current and emerging business needs.
• Collaborate closely with Employee Learning and Development Manager to create learning opportunities to benefit employees. Participates in and recommends strategic training needs for the agency and best practices for deployment.
• Develop, publish, and maintain OIC courses to meet agency needs and demands.
• Communicate mandatory training requirements; maintain training completion reports and tracks compliancy with state mandated employee training.
• Stay current on changes in Adult Learning methodologies, techniques and strategies to design and develop training content and curriculum.
• Coordinate training events, monitor inbox, and track mandatory training.
• Administrator for the Learning Center to include running reports, uploading courses, transcripts, marking completions, and monitoring notifications.
• Troubleshoot and independently fix problems that arise in the Learning Management system.
• Update and maintain Employee Learning and Development SharePoint site.
• Lead, present and facilitate professional and audience appropriate traditional training classes, workshops, programs or exercises.
• Back-up to the Employee Learning and Development Manager during absences.
  
  

To read more about this position and view all duties, click here to request a position description.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Six (6) years full-time equivalent professional experience in instructional design and curriculum development for adult learners, including creating broad-based professional adult training experiences (e.g. classroom, eLearns, simulations, videos, and learning paths).

• Three years must include demonstrated proficiency in creating clear, engaging training content such as visual aids, eLearns, and videos using digital learning tools and identifying effective delivery methods based on content and learner needs.
  
  

AND

• Demonstrated basic knowledge of facilitation skills
• Basic skills in authoring tools including Canva, Articulate 360, and Adobe Acrobat
• Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
  
  

A bachelor’s degree with focus on training, organizational development, adult learning, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field from an accredited institution whose accreditation is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation or a foreign equivalent will substitute for four years of professional experience.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications

• Intermediate skills in Articulate
• Ability to work in multiple platforms such as Microsoft Suite, SharePoint, Learning Management Systems, and other learning and development related platforms.
• Online eLearning Course Development experience
  
  

Supplemental Information

Ready to join us?

Learn more about the Curriculum Designer position and the OIC by visiting our website. We encourage you to check out our video below and listen to what our employees have to say about working here!

Welcome to the OIC

Submit your application today and take the first step towards a rewarding career at the OIC!

Supplemental Information

• State law (RCW 48.02.090[5]) prohibits employees of the OIC from having any interest, directly or indirectly, in an insurance company other than as a policyholder. This prohibition includes the receipt of renewal commissions. If employment is accepted with this agency, you agree to abide by this state law.
• If a degree or other credentials are listed by the candidate, proof will be required at the finalist stage. Candidates are encouraged to pre-plan for this. University degrees must be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or foreign equivalent.
• If a degree was awarded outside the United States, candidates must provide a credential evaluation report.
• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• If claiming veteran status, please send your DD 214 to recruitment@oic.wa.gov with HRC3_2025-02444 in the subject line. Please do not attach the DD 214 to your application materials. Please black out personally identifiable data such as social security numbers.
• At the OIC, honoring diversity, equity, and inclusion means that as an agency, and as individuals, we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful, safe, and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds, cultures, and attributes, can OIC employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the agency.
• The Office of Insurance Commissioner is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability. Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at Recruitment@oic.wa.gov . Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service at 1-800-676-3777 or www.washingtonrelay.com.
• If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing (log in, password or email issues) or completing your application (error messages), please call toll-free at (855) 524-5627.
• For general questions regarding applying for jobs, contact the recruiter or Recruitment@oic.wa.gov .
  
  

How To Apply

• Create an online account: Go to the job posting and click the big green “Apply” button. You’ll need to set up an account if you haven’t already.
• Complete your application: Be sure to answer all the questions fully and honestly. Avoid vague answers like “see resume.” This may result in disqualification.
• Attach your resume. Applications that do not include a resume or are incomplete will be automatically disqualified.
• Provide references: List three people who have supervised your work and can vouch for your skills. If you don’t have enough, you can include people like teachers, college professors, or other professional colleagues.
  
  

Your application will be evaluated based on how closely your qualifications and experience meet the required and/or preferred qualifications of the position. Applications missing the requested information or containing incomplete responses may be disqualified and removed from further consideration.

General Suggestions For Creating a Good Application

• Read the job posting very carefully. Find out as much as you can about the position.
• Make sure you are very diligent in following all the application instructions. Include all requested documentation.
• Make sure your application and supplemental question responses address how you meet each of the required and desired qualifications.
• Carefully read each of the supplemental questions and respond completely to each one. Pay attention to each component of the question, providing examples, and thoroughly describing when and where you achieved the experience. Detail the types of work you performed, the work products, etc., to demonstrate 'how'.
• Specifically include all your work experiences doing the same or similar work, especially if you reference work in these jobs in describing when/where you gained experience or skills.
• Make sure your application reflects your best writing.
  
  

Wage/salary depends on qualifications or state rules of compensation (if currently a state employee).

Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact us at recruitment@oic.wa.gov .