Training & Development Consultant (Human Resource Consultant 4)
Salary
$919,296.00 - $1,235,952.00 Annually
Location
Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type
Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
2026-09450
Department
Attorney Generals Office
Division
Human Resources
Opening Date
11/10/2026
Closing Date
11/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information
The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description
Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the Talent Acquisition Team at HREmployment@atg.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.
Position and Salary
The Attorney General's Office (AGO) is recruiting for a permanent full-time Talent & Development Consultant (Human Resource Consultant 4) to join the agencys Human Resources Office. This position will be located in Tumwater, Washington, and is not union-represented. We offer flexible and hybrid work schedules in accordance with AGO policy.
Human Resource Consultant 4 (Salary Range 63): $76,608 - $102,996/annual.
The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
The Opportunity
Join an agency whose work impacts the lives of every resident of Washington State.
We are seeking an effective and communicative team member, experienced in training development and workforce consultation, that is aiming to bring their skills and innovative approach to the AGO while contributing to the overall success of our collegial, diverse, and inclusive workplace.
The Training & Development Consultant plays a key role in the agency by determining course content, creating workforce development plans and programs, and providing instruction targeted to address the needs of the organization and its employees. This position builds and facilitates training sessions that place employee skill development and alignment with the AGO mission at the forefront of each initiative.
The Office of the Attorney General
The Attorney General's Office serves more than 230 state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges and universities, as well as the Legislature and the Governor. The Office is comprised of nearly 700 attorneys and 800 professional staff, all working together to deliver the highest quality professional legal services to Washington state officials, agencies, and entities. This includes:
Our agency also has national reach, representing the State of Washington before the Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals, and trial courts in all cases that involve the state's interest. Learn more about the AGO here.
Commitment to Diversity & Wellness
Diversity is critical to the success of the mission of the AGO and we are committed to building an anti-racist and equitable agency. It is our goal to identify, discuss, and challenge racial inequity in the workplace and the impact it has on our employees, and, within our authority, combat racism that impacts the people of the State of Washington. This means recognizing, respecting, and appreciating all cultures and backgrounds - and fostering the inclusion of differences between people. Appreciating, valuing, and implementing principles of diversity permits AGO employees to achieve their fullest potential in a professional, inclusive, respectful environment.
Our commitment to employee wellness is reflected in earning the 2025 "Zo8 Washington Wellness Award".
Duties and Essential Functions of a Training & Development Consultant at the AGO
The primary function of this position is to advise office staff, leadership, and training committees on training needs, available curriculum, and training event facilitation. Assigned work activities may include, but are not limited to:
Training & Consultation
Provide training and curriculum advice to office staff, leadership, and training committees
Determine training needs and independently develop or acquire curriculum and facilitate training events to support organizational development and learning
Partner with internal collaborators and liaise with peers and experts regarding design
Provide direction or progress updates
Research & Curriculum Development
Consider the appropriate methods and current modalities for instruction to address pre-identified learning outcomes and expectations
Stay updated on new training methods and techniques
Utilize project management practices and program design models for successful deployment
Design, prepare, or order educational aids and materials to support the learning
Assess instructional effectiveness and adjust, as needed
Employee Training Registration Support
Support the registration process for employee trainings/CLEs
Provide web conferencing consultation and support
Coordinate virtual training and conferencing events, including quest speaker presentations
Partner with external service providers to remove potential barriers for a successful and engaging learning environment
Produce and manage post-session evaluations and support the ongoing analysis of training effectiveness and results
Training Programs & Committees Liaising
Assist committees with identifying and prioritizing training needs
Support scheduling, announcing, coordinating, facilitating, and evaluating events
Prepare to report committee progress and performance metrics to the Training & Development Manager, Chief HR Officer, and Leadership as needed
Hosting Train-the-Trainer Sessions
If you're committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth, seasoned in providing administrative services to employees and committees, and versed in training development, lesson planning, and facilitation, then you're encouraged to apply!
This recruitment announcement may be used to fill multiple open positions for the same classification, in addition to the position(s) listed in this announcement.
Required Qualifications
Seven (7) years total of broad-based professional human resource experience, including facilitating organizational development or change, and advising and consulting on human resource issues.
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A bachelors degree with focus on business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field
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Three years of broad-based professional human resource experience*, including facilitating organizational development or change, and advising and consulting on human resource issues.
Preferred Qualifications
The most competitive candidates will have developed the following skills and experience through public sector, corporate, nonprofit, military, staffing agency work, apprenticeship or workforce programs, or other training and development environments:
Application Instructions
In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:
Please read the following information completely:
Excellent Benefits
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, including Medical/Dental/Vision for employees & dependent(s); Vacation, Sick, and Other Leave; 11 Paid Holidays per year; Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) plans; and Life Insurance. Beyond these traditional benefits, we offer Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave, and more.
With the goal of employee health and wellness, we also offer flexible schedules and telework options for most positions, a Wellness Program, the Employee Assistance Program, and numerous affinity groups to foster community and connection.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Accommodations Requests
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 AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO. The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation/gender identity, age, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, retaliation or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.
For questions regarding this recruitment or assistance with the application process, please contact HREmployment@atg.wa.gov. If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at 855-524-5627 or support@neogov.com.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
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Employer State of Washington
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View Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504
Website http://www.careers.wa.gov
| Location | Tumwater, WA |
| Salary | $76,608–$102,996 Per Year |
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