Posting number: 2026-05991
Department: Dept. of Social and Health Services
Division: HCLA
Job classification: WMS BAND 2
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Management
Are you looking for an opportunity to protect vulnerable adults with statewide impact? The Adult Protective Services (APS) within the Home and Community Living Administration (HCLA) is hiring a Training and Compliance Specialist to develop and deliver meaningful, high-impact training that supports long-term success of our employees and the program’s compliance with policies and procedures, state law, and federal regulations.
APS protects Washington State’s vulnerable adults from mistreatment by conducting objective and timely investigations and providing protective services. We value client self-determination and the professional expertise of our colleagues while working to prevent and end harm. If you have a passion for protecting vulnerable adults, you are an excellent communicator, and you have solid experience in long-term care or social services, this is an excellent opportunity.
In this role, you will be a subject matter expert in training and compliance that supports development and implementation of training for APS employees statewide. You will develop, deliver, and implement training modules for front-line staff and management to ensure compliance with APS policy, state law, and federal regulations. You will analyze training needs for complex APS subject matter and create effective learning solutions using instructional design methodologies and adult learning best practices. You will also be responsible for short and long-range program planning and goal development as it relates to APS workforce development. It is a chance to influence organizational culture, elevate APS services, and contribute to a skilled and resilient workforce that protects Washington State’s vulnerable adults.
Some of What You Will Do:
What We're Looking For:
Who Should Apply:
A bachelor’s degree in social work, health or social science, public administration or related field, with a minimum of two years of experience in the application of advanced program management principles, skills, and business processes with the APS field, in addition to a minimum of three years of experience in curriculum design, content development, and/or instructional design
OR
A master’s degree in social work, health or social science, public administration or related field, with a minimum of one year of experience in the application of advanced program management principles, skills, Washington Management Services (WMS) and business processes with the APS field, in addition to a minimum of two years of experience in curriculum design, content development, and/or instructional design
OR
A combination of education and professional experience totaling at least nine years
To Apply:
Please provide: A current resume, a cover letter describing how your background and skills align with the requirements for this role, and contact information of three references.
Questions? Please contact sean.brauner@dshs.wa.gov and reference #05991.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may 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 job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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