Title: Change Management & Training Specialist (Workday Implementation)
Location: Seattle, WA / Hybrid
Employment Type: Contract (5-6 months)
Hourly Pay Rate: $25/hr – $35/hr
About the Opportunity
TalentoHC is partnering with a higher education client to identify a Change Management & Training Specialist to support their ongoing Workday implementation. This is a hands-on, execution-focused contract role. The implementation is already underway—this person will focus on delivering training, creating user-friendly materials, and helping campus users get comfortable with the new system. Think: Trainer. Facilitator. “Translator” of systems to people.
Key Responsibilities
Training & Facilitation
- Lead live training sessions (in-person and virtual) for faculty, staff, and students
- Facilitate workshops, office hours, and small group sessions
- Adjust delivery style based on audience comfort and feedback
Content & Materials
- Create user-friendly materials including job aids, quick reference guides, and how-to documentation
- Translate system functionality into easy-to-understand instructions and practical, real-world use cases
User Support & Engagement
- Serve as a go-to resource for users navigating change and help answer questions during rollout
- Build trust with stakeholders across campus and reduce friction during the transition
Collaboration
- Partner with project managers, functional leads, and subject matter experts
- Ensure training reflects real system workflows and current configuration
Coordination & Continuous Improvement
- Track training attendance, feedback, and common user issues
- Continuously improve training approach, materials, and overall user experience
Qualifications
Must-Haves
- Experience delivering training or facilitating sessions
- Comfortable presenting to groups and engaging diverse audiences
- Ability to explain complex systems in simple, accessible terms
- Experience creating training materials and documentation
- Strong people skills, patience, and empathy
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience with Workday or similar ERP systems
- Background in higher education, customer training, or onboarding/enablement
About TalentoHC
Build Your Best Team Yet
Executive Search | Talent Strategy | Human Capital Consulting
TalentoHC is a global executive search and human capital consulting firm helping organizations build high-performing leadership teams that drive growth and transformation. The firm partners with companies across industries including technology, aviation, hospitality, media, and professional services to identify and place senior leaders who shape organizational strategy. Through a human capital-centric approach, TalentoHC supports organizations navigating leadership change, strengthening talent strategy, and building teams capable of delivering long-term enterprise value.
Equal Opportunity Employer
TalentoHC is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.
