Youth Challenge Academy Recruiter 6-E8
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Youth Challenge Academy Recruiter 6-E8
Salary
$22.13 - $28.43 Hourly
Location
Battle Creek, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
MYCA-25-135
Department
Military and Veterans Affairs
Opening Date
10/24/2025
Closing Date
11/8/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
AFSCME (AFSCME)
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Description
The Recruiter 6-E8 is responsible for preparing and presenting program information to individuals, groups and assists the Recruiting/Post Residency/Mentoring (R/P/M) coordinator in recruiting the next class of cadets. Is also responsible for managing and filing applications, coordinating with mentors, and conducting classes to mentors and cadets on mentor relationships. The Recruiter must document incoming and outgoing correspondence and conduct follow-up programs in the post-residential phase of the program. Collects reports, monitors and supports mentors in the 12-month post-residential phase.
To view the full position description, please clickhere (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/MYCA-25-135%20PD.pdf) .
Required Education and Experience
Education
Education typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Youth Challenge Academy Recruiter 6No specific @type or amount is required.
Youth Challenge Academy Recruiter 7
One year of experience as a military recruiter or equivalent to a Youth Challenge Academy Recruiter 6, OR one year of experience as a Youth Challenge Academy Supervisor 8.
Youth Challenge Academy Recruiter E8
Two years of experience as a military recruiter or one year of experience equivalent to a Youth Challenge Academy Recruiter 7, OR two years of experience as a Youth Challenge Academy Supervisor 8-, OR one-year experience as a Youth Challenge Academy Supervisor 9.
Alternate Education and Experience
Alternate Education and Experience
Youth Challenge Academy Recruiter 7
Two years of community outreach or case management experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Youth Challenge Academy Recruiter E8
An associate degree OR three years of community outreach or case management experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Additional Requirements and Information
Willingness to submit to a background investigation.
View the entire job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/Y/YouthChallengeAacademyRecruiter.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.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
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.
Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
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.
Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
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Updated: 2/28/24
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DMVA - Are you currently employed by the State of Michigan in the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA)?
Yes
No
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YTCHARE - Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through completion of high school?
Yes
No
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YTCHARE - Please select your level of experience.
No specific @type or amount
At least, one year of experience as a military recruiter or equivalent to a Youth Challenge Academy Recruiter 6, OR one year of experience as a Youth Challenge Academy Supervisor 8, OR two years of community outreach or case management experience.
At least, two years of experience as a military recruiter or one year of experience equivalent to a Youth Challenge Academy Recruiter 7, OR two years of experience as a Youth Challenge Academy Supervisor 8-, OR one-year experience as a Youth Challenge Academy Supervisor 9. OR, possession of an associate's degree in any major (please attach a copy of your official college transcripts). OR, Three years of community outreach or case management experience
At least, three years of experience as a military recruiter or one year of experience equivalent to a Youth Challenge Academy Recruiter E8.
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How many years of experience do you possess in case management/recruiting?
None
Less than 1 year of experience
1-2 years of experience
3-4 years of experience
5+ years of experience
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Please describe your experience in case management/recruiting.
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Please describe your experience with building community awareness or public relations.
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How many years of experience do you possess with working with at-risk populations?
None
Less than 1 year of experience
1-2 years of experience
3-4 years of experience
5+ years of experience
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Please describe your experience working with working with at-risk populations.
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Please describe your experience with establishing, maintaining, and tracking professional networks.
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Please describe your experience with collecting and processing documents for both digital and hard copy record.
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How many years of experience do you possess with coordinating and communicating with volunteers?
None
Less than 1 year of experience
1-2 years of experience
3-4 years of experience
5+ years of experience
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Please describe your experience with coordinating and communicating with volunteers.
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DMVA - This agency requires 3 professional references, including current and previous supervisors. Have you listed these references in your application? If not, please do so.
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
State of Michigan
Department
Military and Veterans Affairs
Address
Noelle Rouse
3423 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Lansing, Michigan, 48906-2934
Phone
517-481-7785
Website
https://www.michigan.gov/DMVA
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