Sales Trainer - Human Resources Developer 9-12

Sales Trainer - Human Resources Developer 9-12

Salary

$25.85 - $43.73 Hourly

Location

Lansing, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Job Number

2795-26-SALE-HRD-E-057

Department

Lottery

Opening Date

08/28/2026

Closing Date

9/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

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Job Description

The Michigan Lottery is looking for a dependable, honest, motivated, and hardworking individual with a positive attitude and strong ethical standards to join our team!

The Michigan Lottery was established under the authority of Public Act 239 of 1972 to generate funds to support Michigan's public-school system and generates revenue through the sale of Lottery tickets at retail locations and over the internet. Profits from lottery revenue are used to supplement state education programs.

The experienced-level Sales Trainer will coordinate and implement the Michigan State Lottery (MSL) Sales Division training program, developing program materials and resource information to enhance the skills, knowledge and performance of the Sales team, including Claim Center staff. This position will develop and conduct assessment techniques to determine training needs and assist in implementing and evaluating the training program, perform research and analysis to identify emerging trends and best practices, and develop initiatives for training techniques. This position will analyze on-going training program operations, recommend program policies, procedures and new initiatives and design training materials. This position will conduct retail field visits to evaluate and identify areas of improvement among retail visibility, accessibility, merchandising quality and staff engagement. The position will develop an audit checklist and survey questionnaire and analyze audit results to assist in creating training materials.

Experienced-level Position Description

The advanced-level Sales Trainer serves as the recognized resource responsible for the establishment, administration and evaluation of the Michigan State Lottery (MSL) Sales Division training program, developing comprehensive program plans and materials, and evaluating and researching training records, topics, products, and testing and assessment protocols to enhance the skills, knowledge and performance of the Sales team, including Claim Center staff. This position will provide oversight and guidance regarding new products, promotions, initiatives, industry trends and best practices and will serve as technical advisor as it relates to training, administrative and/or operational issues. The position will develop and conduct assessment techniques to determine training needs and assist in implementing and evaluating the training program, perform research and analysis to identify emerging trends and best practices, and develop initiatives for training techniques. This position will analyze on-going training program operations, recommend program policies and procedures and develop detail reports to present information to Executive staff regarding program effectiveness, deficiencies, industry developments and new initiatives. This position will develop and implement a training audit process and procedures to evaluate and identify opportunities for improvement among retail visibility, accessibility, merchandising quality and staff engagement. The position will provide technical guidance to correct issues and make recommendations for improvements based on observation of practical application of training initiatives.

Advanced-level Position Description

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/H/HumanResourcesDeveloper.pdf

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

The Michigan State Lottery is proud to be a Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.

Required Education and Experience

Education

Possession of a bachelors degree in any major.

Experience

Human Resource Developer 9

No specific type or amount is required.

Human Resource Developer 10

One year of professional experience in planning, developing, conducting, or evaluating staff development, training, or other programs equivalent to a Human Resources Developer.

Human Resource Developer P11

Two years of professional experience in planning, developing, conducting, or evaluating staff development, training, or other programs equivalent to a Human Resources Developer, including one year equivalent to a Human Resources Developer 10.

Human Resource Developer 12

Three years of professional experience in planning, developing, conducting, or evaluating staff development, training, or other programs equivalent to a Human Resources Developer, including one year equivalent to a Human Resources Developer P11.

Alternate Education and Experience

Human Resources Developer 9 - 12

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement.

Additional Requirements and Information

To be considered for this position, you must submit to the following initial background check requirement(s). In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 2.07, you may be sanctioned from applying to positions with the State of Michigan, permanently or up to (3) three years, should you fail to pass/submit to the pre-employment drug test. Under Civil Service Regulation 3.06, you may be sanctioned from applying to positions with the State of Michigan, if you make any false statements or omissions of a material fact during the selection process. Civil Service Rule 2-7 requires that all persons who are not currently state employees submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test. This urine sample test must be administered within 24 hours, or your offer may be rescinded. An applicant must remain at the testing site until the testing process is completed and permitted up to 3 hours to provide a sufficient specimen. It is considered a refusal to test if an applicant fails to provide a sufficient amount of urine for a drug test within the allowed time. Positions within the Bureau of State Lottery will require a criminal history background check.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.

Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.

Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.

Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.

Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.

Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.

Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.

Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.

Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park-just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan's affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.

Updated: 2/28/24

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HUMRDEV - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelors degree or higher in any major. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; OR at least one year of professional experience in the state classified service. OR The Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement. Please attach a copy of your DD214.

• No
• Yes

02

HUMRDEV - Please select your level of experience.

• None
• One to two years of professional experience in planning, developing, conducting, or evaluating staff development, training, or other programs equivalent to a Human Resources Developer.
• Two to three years of professional experience in planning, developing, conducting, or evaluating staff development, training, or other programs equivalent to a Human Resources Developer.
• At least three years of professional experience in planning, developing, conducting, or evaluating staff development, training, or other programs equivalent to a Human Resources Developer.

03

Please select your level of consumer product sales or management experience in retail operations equivalent to a Lottery District Sales Representative.

• None
• One to five years
• Five to ten years
• More than ten years

04

Please select your level of experience conducting training.

• None
• One to five years
• Five to ten years
• More than ten years

05

Please describe your background as it relates to training.

06

Please select your level of experience working with Michigan or other State Lotteries.

• None
• One to five years
• Five to ten years
• More than ten years

07

Please describe your experience creating a giving presentations.

08

Please select your level of experience analyzing data and preparing reports.

• None
• One to five years
• Five to ten years
• More than ten years

09

Please describe your experience engaging and working with diverse communities, particularly in the context of your professional, volunteer, or civic work.

10

Do you possess a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

11

Lottery employees and family members residing in the same household are prohibited from purchasing lottery tickets and from participating as a worker in charitable gaming events licensed by the bureau (ie. bingo, raffle, etc.) Does this condition of employment present a problem for you?

• Yes
• No

12

Are you a current Michigan Lottery employee or a current State of Michigan employee assigned to provide services to the Lottery?

• Yes
• No

13

Did you attach your cover letter, resume and official college transcript if applicable? PLEASE NOTE: Failure to attach all required documentation may exclude you from further consideration.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Michigan

Department Lottery Address MSL-HR@michigan.gov

101 East Hillsdale

Lansing, Michigan, 48909