IT Resource Manager
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IT Resource Manager
Salary
$37.62 - $54.99 Hourly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
0801-26-21-20SF
Department
Technology, Management and Budget
Opening Date
11/24/2025
Closing Date
12/8/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
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Job Description
About DTMB:
The Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) (https://youtu.be/H_IrVnVjcoA) supports the business operations of state agencies through a variety of services, including building management and maintenance, information technology, centralized contracting and procurement, budget and financial management, space planning and leasing, construction management, motor vehicle fleet operations, and oversight of the state retirement systems.
This position is with the Agency Services area of DTMB Agency Services supporting the Office of Retirement Services.
We are looking for a person who understands the value of public service and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens . This person needs to be an excellent communicator, meaning they can explain things to an individual or large group in a way that they can understand and relate to, not necessarily an orator. We would love someone who is a motivator and leader.? You need to be organized, have good time management skills, and know the importance of a timeline. We need someone who is reliable and honest and who keeps their word and commitments to their colleagues and customers. We want someone who comes to work to work and holds themselves and their staff accountable. You need to embrace diversity, have a team-oriented mindset, and learn to communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals. Strong communications skills are a must.
About the position: This position serves as a first line manager of IT resources and activities to ensure that the objectives and goals of the Michigan Department of Technology and Budget supporting Office of Retirement Services (ORS) are accomplished. This area is primarily responsible for supporting the Department of Technology, Management and Budget's (DTMB) Office of Retirement Services (ORS) specifically, the retirement management systems: Clarety, miAccount, and Employer Reporting. The primary users of the applications supported by this unit include state and public-school employees, state police, and judges. These systems play a critical role in administering retirement programs for Michigan's state employees, public school employees, judges, state police, and National Guard members.
The unit consists of both state employees and contracted staff. This position oversees a wide range of professional and managerial responsibilities necessary for the development and operational support of these applications. Key duties include supervising and mentoring team members, fostering staff development, providing ongoing project and operational support, prioritizing department-wide development initiatives, and managing resource allocation across state and contracted personnel.
The position is also responsible for coordinating and directing daily activities-such as scheduling assignments, setting priorities, and ensuring effective delivery while promoting Agile methodologies and supporting DevSecOps adoption. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal DTMB partners is essential to the success of this role.
Other responsibilities: Participate in Agile standups and collaborate with end-users to understand their needs, business requirements, and validate user stories. Verify that IT solutions comply with ADA and SOM standards and support the development Team in ensuring alignment with SOM security requirements. Contribute to application development and implementation activities, and assist ORS in meeting quality, security, accessibility, and availability standards across all solutions.
View the Position Description here: Information Technology Manager 14 (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/INFOTMGRC22N.pdf)
Position Location: This position is located in Lansing, MI. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
The state of Michigan offers competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, excellent vacation and sick time policies and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life. We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the state of Michigan employee family if you are interested. Please consider sending in your application today.
If you are a self-motivated person with a proven track record, who wants a challenge and to work in a high paced environment, we are really interested in hearing from you.
Current team members have the following to say about why you should work in this area:
"GREAT office culture."
"True positive team environment and management support."
"Opportunities to share thoughts and opinions about our processes and the way we work."
"There is a wide path for growth in your career and the management team supports employees reaching their full potential."
"Doing work that directly affects the lives of every [resident] of the State of Michigan"
The State of Michigan offers competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes, career development, good benefits, hybrid work schedule, excellent vacation and sick time policies, and an ability to successfully juggle your work and personal life. We value you.
We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the state of Michigan employee community if you are interested. Please consider sending in your application today.
Forbes names State of Michigan a top 10 employer for new graduates
The State of Michigan ranked eighth out of 300 total recognized organizations in a list of America's best employers for new graduates published in Forbes May 25.
This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $2,500. Up to $1,250 to be paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period (12-month period). This does not apply to current state employees.
Classifications for the $2,500 bonus are:
Information Technology Infrastructure Analyst
Information Technology Programmer/Analyst
Information Technology Project Coordinator
Information Technology Project Manager
Information Technology Specialist
This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $3,500. Up to $1,750 to be paid upon new hire and the remainder to be paid after satisfactory completion of the initial probationary period (12-month period). This does not apply to current state employees.
Classifications for the $3,500 bonus are:
Information Technology Manager
Information Technology Supervisor
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree with not less than 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management or mathematics.
Experience
Three years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, Programmer/Analyst or IT Project Coordinator P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, Programmer/Analyst or IT Project Coordinator 12.
Alternate Education and Experience
Three years of experience as a computer programming supervisor or Information Technology
Supervisor may be substituted for the education and experience.
Additional Requirements and Information
If applicable, attach copies of official college transcripts to your application. (Internet version of transcripts will not be accepted). Failure to attach applicable transcripts may result in your application being screened out.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
View the job specification at:https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/I/InformationTechnologyManager.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.
Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park-just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan's affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
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INFOTMGR - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher with at least 21 semester (32 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, information assurance, IT project management, or mathematics and at least three years of post-degree professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, Project or Programmer/Analyst 12. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. OR An associate's degree with 16 semester (24 term) credits in one or a combination of the following: computer science, data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, computer programming, project management, mathematics or equivalent; and at least two years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician; and three years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, Project, or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, Project, or Programmer/Analyst 12. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. OR At least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and at least four years of experience as an application programmer, computer operator, or information technology technician and three years of professional experience equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, Project, or Programmer/Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to an Information Technology Infrastructure, Project, or Programmer/Analyst 12.
Yes
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How many years of experience do you have working with/developing critical systems?
None
Up to 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
More than 5 years
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Do you have experience working as a technical lead on an IT project?
Yes
No
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If you indicated you have experience working as a technical lead on an IT project, please explain.
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How many years of experience do you have working with DTMB Agency Services Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SADLC)?
None
Up to 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
More than 5 years
06
How many years of SOM Suite experience?
None
Up to 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
More than 5 years
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Do you have experience working with Agile methodologies and serving as a technical lead in DevSecOps?
Yes
No
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If you indicated you have experience working as a technical lead in DevSecOps, please explain.
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Did you attach your cover letter, resume, and transcripts to your application?
Yes
No
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In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. Can you, after employment, submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States?
Yes
No
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Employer
State of Michigan
Department
Technology, Management and Budget
Address
DTMB-HR@michigan.gov
Elliott-Larsen Bldg., 2nd fl., 320 S. Walnut Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone
Attn: HR Office
Website
https://www.michigan.gov/dtmb
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