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Workday Training / Learning & Development (L&D) Specialist Hollstadt Consulting - 4.0 Saint Paul, MN Job Details $62.05 - $70.92 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Program design User training (technical support) Content development Instructor-led training (training delivery method) Project stakeholder communication Stakeholder relationship building Educational content composition projects Full Job Description Minnesota - Other Hollstadt Overview Hollstadt Consulting is a management and technology consulting firm dedicated to placing professionals at engagements where they will excel. When you work with us, you'll work with a refreshingly real company led and staffed by seasoned experts who are also down-to-earth, good people. We're committed to treating you with respect and helping you achieve your career aspirations. Since 1990, Hollstadt has been a trusted partner to more than 150 domestic and global companies and has successfully completed over 3,000 projects. Our continued growth has created challenging and rewarding opportunities for accomplished IT and Business Consultants. Hollstadt Consulting is an equal opportunity employer including disability/veteran. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Hollstadt Consulting and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel at any time.
Job Description Role:
Workday Training / Learning & Development (L&D) Specialist Start/Duration:
asap through January 15, 2027 (may have possibility to extend) Location:
St. Paul - hybrid (onsite 2 days a week) Rate:
$62.05-$70.92/hour W2, dependent on skills and qualifications Project Overview Background The client is replacing the current Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP system), PeopleSoft, with the Workday ERP system. The client implemented its current system in 2000 with significant customizations to support internal processes. A needs assessment identified opportunities for improvement, and Workday was selected following a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process. Learn more:
https://www.workday.com/ Project Objectives Implement a modern, cloud-based ERP system with enhanced functionality Align business processes to Workday best practices while minimizing customizations Improve operational efficiency and citizen service delivery Establish data integrations between Workday and other internal systems In-Scope Replacement of PeopleSoft financials (including procurement) Replacement of PeopleSoft human capital management modules Data conversion from PeopleSoft to Workday Integration development between Workday and existing internal systems Process improvement aligned to best practices Development and delivery of end-user training and learning support materials Out-of-Scope Workday modules not required to replace current functionality Training / L&D Specialist Responsibilities and Deliverables Primary Responsibilities Understand project scope, business processes, and learning needs across functional areas Develop and execute a comprehensive Workday training strategy and curriculum aligned to project milestones Partner with functional leads, SMEs, and system integrators to identify training requirements and learning gaps Conduct training needs assessments and learner analysis for different user groups (e.g., HR, Finance, Managers, Employees) Design and develop training materials including instructor-led training (ILT), virtual training (VILT), eLearning modules, job aids, and quick reference guides Deliver training sessions (in-person and virtual) and support train-the-trainer programs Coordinate training logistics, schedules, and enrollment as needed Develop and maintain a training environment strategy in collaboration with project teams Evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, surveys, and performance metrics Provide recommendations and implement improvements to training materials and delivery methods Support post-go-live learning sustainment, including knowledge transfer and ongoing education Track training progress, completion metrics, and report status to leadership Log and manage training-related risks, issues, and dependencies Develop and submit status reports Collaborate closely with OCM, communications, and project teams Other duties as assigned Primary Deliverables Training strategy and roadmap Training needs assessment and learner profiles Role-based training curriculum and course catalog Detailed training schedule and delivery plan Training materials (presentations, guides, eLearning content, job aids) Trainer guides and participant materials Training environment and access plan Training attendance and completion tracking reports Evaluation plan and training effectiveness reports Post-go-live training and sustainment plan RAID Register (training-related risks, issues, dependencies) Status reports (including hours burndown and progress updates) Mandatory Qualifications B.S. or B.A. degree (or Associate's degree plus 5 additional years of relevant experience) 5+ years of experience in training, instructional design, or learning & development roles Proven experience designing and delivering enterprise system training programs Experience creating training materials for diverse audiences and learning styles Strong facilitation skills (virtual and in-person) Ability to quickly build trust and credibility with stakeholders in a virtual environment LOCAL candidates preferred Desired Qualifications Experience supporting ERP implementations (Workday preferred) Familiarity with Workday Financial and/or HCM modules Experience in public sector environments Instructional design certification (e.g., ATD, CPTD) Experience with eLearning tools (e.g., Articulate, Captivate) or LMS platforms Note:
Diverse and bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply General Skills and Abilities Expertise in instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, adult learning principles) Ability to translate complex system processes into user-friendly training content Strong communication and facilitation skills Stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills Analytical and problem-solving capabilities Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment Adaptability to changing project timelines and needs Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Evaluation and continuous improvement mindset Proficiency in Microsoft Office and collaboration tools Project Timeline Project start: April 1, 2025 Go-live:
January 1, 2027 Current phase: Testing (End-to-End, UX testing; parallel testing upcoming) Benefits + Perks Comprehensive Benefit Plan Hollstadt offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, paid sick leave, and retirement benefits to eligible employees. With three different medical plans to choose from, you can enroll in the coverage you need from individual to family, or anywhere in between! Remarketing Process Hollstadt is based on retention and relationships. We get to know your strengths and career wishes throughout your assignment and then start remarket discussions 6-8 weeks prior to your end date. By being proactive, we are able to keep your down time between assignments as short as possible, unless you choose otherwise. Professional Development Hollstadt offers on-demand training through our consultant portal. Trainings give our consultants the continuing education they need to excel on their projects. Many of our courses apply towards continuing education credits and we have an entire training hub dedicated to upskilling in Artificial Intelligence (AI). 401k + Matching One popular benefit is our 401(k) match on the first 4% of your contributions. Hollstadt wants to help you reach your long-term financial goals and understands that planning for your future is critical. Consultants also have access to support from a Financial Advisor. Bonus Opportunities We appreciate and reward loyalty. Join Hollstadt, stay for 5 years, and we'll give you a $5,000 Longevity Award bonus! Additionally, we know great talent knows other great talent. If you are on contract with Hollstadt and refer one of your connections who gets placed, we'll pay you $1,000! Ongoing Support & Networking We have made a significant investment in building a support program for our consultant team - so you never have to feel like you are going it alone. We also have a Consultant Coach program which acts like a 'work buddy' to provide a safe ear for questions or concerns at your client site.
