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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 agency's 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:
- Economic justice and consumer protections (safeguarding consumers, protecting youth, seniors, and other vulnerable populations)
- Social justice and civil rights (addressing discrimination, environmental protection, and veteran and military resources)
- Criminal justice and public safety (investigative and prosecutorial support, financial crimes)
- And much more!
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 guest 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.
OR
A bachelor's degree with focus on business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field
AND
Three years of broad-based professional human resource experience*, including facilitating organizational development or change, and advising and consulting on human resource issues.
- You may have gained applicable experience for this position through an organizational development role or through facilitating professional training to adults within classroom and/or virtual settings.
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:
- Working knowledge and understanding of adult learning styles, curriculum development, and training needs assessment strategies. Familiarity with traditional and modern job training methods and techniques, including developing e-learning modules.
- Training certifications, or ability to obtain specific certifications, as required
- Webinar or virtual conferencing experience
- Conference planning and support experience
- Project management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple assignments
- An understanding of technical legal knowledge
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:
- A cover letter, describing your specific qualifications for the position
- A current resume detailing experience and education
Please read the following information completely:
- You may not reapply to this posting for 30 days.
- The initial screening of applications will be solely based on the contents and completeness of the "work experience" and "education" sections of your application in www.careers.wa.gov.
- A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.
- Please be sure to remove private information such as your Social Security number, date of birth, etc.
- All information may be verified and documentation may be required.
- The Washington State Office of the Attorney General does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
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.
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Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Development Consultant roles qualify as a specialty occupation when your degree is in business, organizational development, management, or a closely related field. Pull your O*NET occupation profile to confirm the degree-level requirements USCIS will expect your employer to document in the I-129 petition.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find Development Consultant employers who have certified Labor Condition Applications with DOL, confirming they've sponsored H-1B workers in this role before and understand the filing obligations they're taking on.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and worksite location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your SOC code and metro area before your first salary conversation so you're negotiating from an accurate floor.
Clarify multi-site work before the LCA is filed
Development Consultant roles often involve client sites across multiple locations. Each distinct worksite requires its own certified LCA, so flag any expected travel or rotating assignments to your employer's immigration counsel before the initial LCA is submitted to DOL.
Use your 60-day grace period strategically
If your current H-1B ends due to a layoff or role change, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to secure a new sponsoring employer. A Development Consultant background transferable across industries gives you real leverage to move quickly within that window.
Get your credentials documented before interviews
Employers sponsoring H-1B workers for a Development Consultant role will request transcripts, degree certificates, and sometimes a credential evaluation for non-U.S. degrees. Have a NACES-member evaluation ready if your degree is from outside the U.S. so it doesn't delay the petition timeline.
H-1B Visa Development Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Development Consultant role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in business, organizational development, management consulting, or a closely related field, it meets USCIS specialty occupation standards. The employer must document in the I-129 petition that the role requires this specific theoretical and practical knowledge, so the job description and duties need to reflect degree-level complexity throughout.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Development Consultant roles?
Migrate Mate shows employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history for Development Consultant and adjacent roles, so you can focus your search on companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process. Applying to employers with an established immigration infrastructure significantly reduces the risk of a delayed or withdrawn petition.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move from one client site to another?
Each worksite where you perform work must have its own certified LCA on file with DOL before you begin working there. For Development Consultants who rotate between client locations, your employer is responsible for filing a new or amended LCA and potentially an amended I-129 petition with USCIS for each material change in worksite, so raise this early in negotiations.
Can my employer transfer my H-1B if I change firms within the consulting industry?
Yes, an H-1B transfer allows you to begin working for a new sponsoring employer once they file a new I-129 petition with USCIS, without waiting for approval, under H-1B portability rules. Your new employer still needs to certify a fresh LCA with DOL and confirm the Development Consultant role meets specialty occupation requirements independently of your prior employer's petition.
How long does the H-1B sponsorship process take for a Development Consultant position?
Standard USCIS processing for an I-129 petition can take several months, though timelines shift based on workload and service center. Many employers in the consulting sector use premium processing, which guarantees a 15-business-day adjudication decision. The LCA certification by DOL typically takes around seven business days and must be completed before the I-129 is submitted.