What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Learning and Development Coordinator - Temporary (Up to 36 months) position at Avista?
Closes: April 6, 2026
Job Description
Learning and Development exists to enable people and organizations to be more equipped to reach their goals, thrive and innovate. We’re looking for someone who can help us meet increasing demands for targeted training and learning programs that accelerate the growth of our business and our employees and continue to enrich our culture. In this role, you’ll be interacting with stakeholders across the company to understand their learning needs and then using your L&D expertise to recommend, design and implement learning solutions that really work, are highly valued and move us forward.
This is a high impact, enterprise level L&D role designed to address real business demand over the next 24–36 months. The person in this role will lead visible, meaningful work across compliance, capability building, and emerging learning technologies—creating programs, systems, and tools that will endure well beyond the assignment.
You’ll Be Working On
Requirements
Hiring Range: $88,336 to $114,838
This position is temporary status. Throughout the duration of the role, an employee's employment and benefit status will be that of a temporary employee. This role may be filled on a regular basis without further competition at the conclusion of the assignment by the employee selected for the temporary status role.
Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our Spokane Washington, Headquarters at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with additional day(s) determined by the manager. In‑person collaboration with stakeholders and the L&D team is a key part of how we design effective, high‑impact learning solutions. Spokane offers a high quality of life, a short commute, and the opportunity to do meaningful, visible work without the congestion of larger metros.
To Apply
We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have multiple levels to account for an incoming employee’s various knowledge, skills, and experience.
Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".
Total Rewards
At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That’s why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our team members and their families.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support every stage of life and career. Our offerings include:
We are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce.
In compliance with state laws, we provide the full salary range for each position, along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $88,336 to $141,339. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to humanresources@avistacorp.com.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.
Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at humanresources@avistacorp.com if you would like assistance.
Job Description
Learning and Development exists to enable people and organizations to be more equipped to reach their goals, thrive and innovate. We’re looking for someone who can help us meet increasing demands for targeted training and learning programs that accelerate the growth of our business and our employees and continue to enrich our culture. In this role, you’ll be interacting with stakeholders across the company to understand their learning needs and then using your L&D expertise to recommend, design and implement learning solutions that really work, are highly valued and move us forward.
This is a high impact, enterprise level L&D role designed to address real business demand over the next 24–36 months. The person in this role will lead visible, meaningful work across compliance, capability building, and emerging learning technologies—creating programs, systems, and tools that will endure well beyond the assignment.
You’ll Be Working On
- Designing enterprise-wide learning solutions with measurable impact.
- Partnering with leaders to solve performance problems, not just build courses.
- Using Generative AI tools to modernize learning design and delivery.
- Leading large-scale compliance and regulatory training in a complex industry.
- Shaping learning approaches during a period of organizational change.
- You enjoy enterprise‑level, cross‑functional L&D work
- You like variety—from compliance to leadership to systems
- You’re comfortable influencing without authority
- You want to help an organization thoughtfully integrate AI into learning
Requirements
- 5 years' experience in learning development and training design, development, and delivery in a complex industry.
- Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Education or related field.
- Demonstrated proficiency in instructional design, performance consulting and deep understanding of adult learning principles.
- Effective and flexible communication skills with a variety of audiences including collaboration, facilitation, influencing, negotiating, resolving conflicts and building consensus.
- Demonstrated project management skills and the ability to execute on multiple assignments with minimal supervision.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience working with a Learning Management System and supporting end users required. LMS system configuration experience preferred.
- Computer skills including MS Office Suite and proficiency with authoring tools/design software (Articulate 360 and HTML preferred).
- Related master’s degree or advanced training/certifications preferred.
- Understanding of utility operations preferred.
- Proven ability to design and deliver a variety of types of learning and development initiatives and programs utilizing multiple approaches, including instructor led, virtual, and blended learning methods. Experience with emerging learning technologies a plus.
Hiring Range: $88,336 to $114,838
This position is temporary status. Throughout the duration of the role, an employee's employment and benefit status will be that of a temporary employee. This role may be filled on a regular basis without further competition at the conclusion of the assignment by the employee selected for the temporary status role.
Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our Spokane Washington, Headquarters at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with additional day(s) determined by the manager. In‑person collaboration with stakeholders and the L&D team is a key part of how we design effective, high‑impact learning solutions. Spokane offers a high quality of life, a short commute, and the opportunity to do meaningful, visible work without the congestion of larger metros.
To Apply
We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have multiple levels to account for an incoming employee’s various knowledge, skills, and experience.
Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click "Submit".
Total Rewards
At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That’s why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our team members and their families.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support every stage of life and career. Our offerings include:
- Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
- Incentive programs rewarding performance and contributions
- Competitive paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation
- Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
- Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health
- Education and development support
- Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact
- Other optional benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more (Eligibility subject to Bargaining Unit affiliation)
We are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce.
In compliance with state laws, we provide the full salary range for each position, along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $88,336 to $141,339. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to humanresources@avistacorp.com.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.
Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at humanresources@avistacorp.com if you would like assistance.
Salary : $88,336 - $114,838