Departmental Specialist 13 - Special Projects Specialist (Core Technology Division)
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Departmental Specialist 13 - Special Projects Specialist (Core Technology Division)
Salary
$2,559.20 - $3,820.00 Biweekly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
2301-25-CTD002
Department
Department of State
Opening Date
10/21/2025
Closing Date
10/27/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Description
Benefits
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Job Description
This position serves as the Special Projects Specialist for the Core Technology Division (CTD). CTD is a complex work area that oversees all aspects of development, requirements gathering, testing, communication, and implementation related to the application and associated interfaces it oversees. Key applications include the Customer and Automotive Records System (CARS) and CXone.
The individual will provide essential project support. This includes assisting in the smooth preparation for and execution of special projects and assignments for the Division. This role is responsible for facilitating the development and implementation of effective processes, ensuring that team members consistently utilize available tools and resources. The position also tracks and analyzes key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
Position Description -Departmental Specialist 13 (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Departmental%20Specialist%2013%20-Special%20projects%20PD1.pdf)
The use of AI (Artificial Intelligence) in the selections process (i.e. application, written exercises, cover letter, etc.) with MDOS is not permitted. If it is substantiated that AI was used in the process, your application will be removed from consideration.
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Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Experience
Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.
Alternate Education and Experience
ALTERNATIVE EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
2 years of Department of State Branch Supervisor 11, 12 or 13 experience with a bachelor's degree
OR
2 years of Departmental Supervisor 11 experience with a bachelor's degree
OR
1 year of Departmental Supervisor 12, 13, or 14 experience with a bachelor's degree
OR
4 years of Department of State Branch Supervisor 11, 12 or 13 experience with a high school diploma or equivalent
OR
4 years of Departmental Supervisor 11 experience with a high school diploma or equivalent
OR
3 years of Departmental Supervisor 12, 13, or 14 experience with a high school diploma or equivalent
Additional Requirements and Information
The use of AI (Artificial Intelligence) in the selections process (i.e. application, written exercises, cover letter, etc.) with MDOS is not permitted. If it is substantiated that AI was used in the process, your application will be removed from consideration.
You must apply for this vacancy through the NEOGOV system; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions in submitting your electronic application. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
Please attach a cover letter and resume to your application. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.
If you qualify based on your education, you must attach a copy of your "official" college transcripts (non-official transcripts are not acceptable).
As outlined by Civil Service, an official transcript must bear the applicant's name, college, or university certification (e.g., seal, logo, watermark, or letterhead), date and name of the conferred degree and registrar's signature. Transcripts that do not meet these requirements are considered unofficial. For more information regarding official transcripts,click here(Download PDF reader).
Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Go toevaluatorsfor a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.
Civil Service Commission Rule 2-7 requires that all newly hired state employees submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Due to the nature of work of the Department of State, criminal and driving records will be checked. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the criminal background record checks indicate eligibility for employment.
SECCHDPOS: Position requires incumbent to be a United States Citizen and pass a thorough background investigation to comply with Public Act 7 of 2008, Public Act 23 of 2008, and the Memorandum of Agreement between the State of Michigan and the Department of Homeland Security.
As part of the Department of State's continued efforts to produce secure driver's licenses and personal identification cards, state law (Public Act 7 of 2008) requires the Department to perform security checks on designated positions. This notice is to inform you that if you are appointed to a Security Checked Position, you must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship and continue to meet the requirements for the duration of the position. Employment may be terminated if U.S. Citizenship cannot be verified by the first day of employment. The following documents may be used to verify proof of citizenship*:
Original certified birth certificate issued by a government unit in the U.S. or U.S. territory
Valid, unexpired U.S. passport
Certificate of Citizenship (N-560, or N-561)
Certificate of Naturalization (N-550, N-570 or N-578)
*Note: Photo identification must be provided. The current legal name and date of birth on the citizenship and identity documents should match. Spelling needs to match exactly. Date of birth needs to be an exact match. If the current legal name is different from the name on the birth certificate, the employee must show legal proof of the name change (i.e. original marriage license, divorce decree or court order).
View the job specification at:
Job Specification (http://www.michigan.gov/documents/DepartmentalSpecialist\12523\7.pdf)
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
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Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
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Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
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Updated: 2/28/24
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Do you possess one of the following?
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major AND/OR Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major AND 2 years of Dept of State Branch Supervisor 10 or above experience OR 2 years of Departmental Supervisor 11 experience OR 1 year of Departmental Supervisor 12, 13, or 14 experience
High School diploma or GED AND 4 years of Dept of State Branch Supervisor 10 or above experience OR 4 years of Departmental Supervisor 11 experience OR 3 years of Departmental Supervisor 12, 13, or 14 experience
None of the above
02
Are you related to anyone currently working for the Department of State (Secretary of State)?
Yes
No
03
If you answered "yes" to question #2, please list the name of each relative. If you answered "no" to question #2, please enter "none".
04
Please list all previous names, to include name at birth, and any alias name(s) used. If you do not have any previous/alias names to list, please enter "none".
05
All listed supervisors/employers may be contacted for reference checks. If your NEOGOV application indicates that they cannot be contacted, please document the reason in the work experience box of the NEOGOV application, under the "reasons for leaving" box(es). You will then need to provide the names, phone numbers and relationship (ie. Former Team Lead) of two to three professionals below. If you have indicated that all listed supervisors/employers may be contacted, please enter "none".
06
Due to the nature of this position, the Michigan Department of State (Secretary of State) conducts comprehensive background checks that will require the candidate to be subjected; and not limited to: criminal history review, fingerprinting, drug testing, reference checked, and validating documentation to confirm citizenship. Do you accept and comply to these background check requirements?
Yes
No
07
How many years of experience do you have working with driver and vehicle systems at the Michigan Department of State (MDOS)?
None
Less than 1 year
1 to 2 years
3 to 5 years
More than 5 years
08
Do you have at least one year of working experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint outside of classes or training?
Yes
No
09
How would you describe your skill level using Microsoft Word?
Expert (advanced editing and formatting, using bookmarks and cross-references, generating table of contents, 100+ page documents, collaboration to create/manage documents, etc.)
Intermediate (using ordered vs. unordered lists, tables and charts, page layout, header/footer, styles and themes, custom dictionary, track changes, and mail merge)
Beginner (create/save documents, find/replace, change font/size/color, page numbers, etc.)
I've never used Microsoft Word
10
How would you describe your skill level using Microsoft Excel?
Expert (pivot tables, formulas, conditional formatting, macros, developer tools, etc.)
Intermediate (data organization, charts and graphs, sort, filter, import/export, etc.)
Beginner (data entry, formatting, page layout, etc.)
I've never used Microsoft Excel
11
Describe the tools and processes that you use for planning and organization, or time management. If you do not possess this experience, please put "None".
12
How many years of experience do you have developing and implementing new programs?
No experience or knowledge
Less than 1 year of experience
1 to 2 years of experience
3 to 5 years of experience
More than 5 years of experience
13
Describe your experience developing and implementing new programs. If you do not possess this experience, please put "None".
14
How many years of experience do you have working on large IT projects?
No experience
Less than 1 year of experience
1 to 2 years of experience
3 to 5 years of experience
More than 5 years of experience
15
Describe IT projects you have worked on that are relevant to this position. Include your role in the project team and your contribution to that project. If you do not possess this experience, please respond N/A.
16
How many years of experience do you have analyzing legislation and proposed policies?
No experience
Less than 1 year of experience
1 to 2 years of experience
3 to 5 years of experience
More than 5 years of experience
17
Describe your experience analyzing legislation and proposed policies. If you do not possess this experience, please put "None".
18
How many years of experience do you have with legislation related to products and services offered by the Michigan Department of State (for example, Michigan Vehicle Code, REAL ID, Elections, etc.).
No experience
Less than 1 year of experience
1 to 2 years of experience
3 to 5 years of experience
More than 5 years of experience
19
How many years of experience do you have managing or interpreting contracts?
No experience
Less than 1 year of experience
1 to 2 years of experience
3 to 5 years of experience
More than 5 years of experience
20
Describe your experience with managing or interpreting contracts. If you do not possess this experience, please respond "None".
21
Did you remember to attach a cover letter and resume to your application? Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.
Yes
No
22
Did you remember to attach a copy of your official college transcript (if applicable)?
Yes
No
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Please select from the options below: (Please note, actions that have been expunged, formal counseling, and layoff actions need not be reported.) Failure to answer this question honestly may result in being sanctioned from employment with MDOS. Please select all that apply.
I have been dismissed within the last two years
I have resigned in lieu of discipline or dismissal within the last two years
I have been suspended without pay within the last two years
I have received an unsatisfactory rating in the last two years
I have received a written reprimand within the last two years
I have signed a last chance agreement with MDOS within the last two years
I certify that none of the above circumstances apply to me
Required Question
Employer
State of Michigan
Department
Department of State
Address
SOSEmployment@michigan.gov
P.O. Box 30775
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
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