State Administrative Manager 15
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State Administrative Manager 15
Salary
$46.39 - $66.73 Hourly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
0801-26-24-15SE
Department
Technology, Management and Budget
Opening Date
01/26/2026
Closing Date
2/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Description
Benefits
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Job Description
This highly strategic position will assist the division director in administering the delivery and governance of the State of Michigan Enterprise Architecture through a discipline of processes, standards and policies. Participating in the leadership team of the division, the primary responsibility of this position is to manage the resources necessary to support activities related to the development of Enterprise Architecture for the State of Michigan. This position is responsible for directing project and infrastructure teams to address interim technology needs and long-term technology strategies as part of an enterprise architecture program. This position will manage the resources necessary to support these efforts through architecture governance, leading and facilitating large matrixed teams, documenting architecture, processes, standards and technology research. Additionally, this position provides personnel management to all personnel assigned to the division and includes staff selection, duty assignments, individual training, and performance reviews. This individual requires the ability to work effectively in a cross-department, team atmosphere with an emphasis on customer service and the delivery of on-time, on budget IT projects that meet customer specifications. Acts as project lead and resource for projects deemed to be strategic to the State of Michigan. During the course of these efforts the individual will leverage resources and work products from other areas of DTMB to maximize efficiencies throughout the project life cycle. This individual will be expected to look beyond pure technical factors and also take into account business requirements, current trends and overall cost to the organization in setting and managing the Strategic IT direction for the State of Michigan.
For additional information, please see the links below:
Position Description (http://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PDSTDDADM1G59NSAM15JAN2026.pdf)
TheDepartment of Technology, Management and Budget (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. +
Position Location/Remote Office: The office location is Lansing, MI. The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate. The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week.
The State of Michigan offers a 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.
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
Education level typically acquired through completion of high school and two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or, one year of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level, may be substituted for the education and experience requirements.
Additional Requirements and Information
To be considered for this position you must:
Attach a detailed resume and cover letter.
If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. Click here (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/neogov/OfficialTranscript.pdf?rev=0c57f92e150e4856b207ef348781c406) for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S.educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on theNational Association of Credential Evaluation Services (https://www.naces.org/members) or theAssociation of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (https://aice-eval.org/members/)
View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StateAdministrativeManager.pdf
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
DTMB Human Resources uses E-Verify in conjunction with the federal I-9 form to verify authorization of employment. DTMB does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status. To be appointed by DTMB, an applicant must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT.
The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
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.
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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Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application. Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes. Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials?
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STDDADM1 - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in any major AND at least four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the P11 level or one year equivalent to the 12 level. If so, please attach a copy of your official transcripts. OR At least an educational level typically acquired through completion of high school AND at least two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level. OR At least an educational level typically acquired through completion of high school AND at least one year of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level. OR At least an educational level typically acquired through completion of high school AND at least four years of professional experience including two years equivalent to the P11 level or one year equivalent to the 12 level gained in the State of Michigan classified service.]
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This position is hybrid which requires a minimum of 2 days in the office at your designated work location within Michigan. Do you acknowledge this requirement and would like to be considered for this position?
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How many years' experience do you have leading or managing enterprise or solution architecture teams in a large, complex organzation?
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1 to 3 years
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If you indicated you have experience in leading or managing enterprise or solution architecture teams in a large, complex organization, please describe the extent of your experience and make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If none, @type N/A.
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How many years' experience do you have in conducting or overseeing structured solution assessments, technoloyg evaluations, or acquisition risk reviews?
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If you indicated you have experience conducting or overseeing structured solution assessments, technology evaluations, or acquisition risk reviews, please describe the extent of your experience and make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If none, @type N/A.
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How many years' experience do you have in developing or reviewing technical architecture documentation such as decision records, reference architectures, or system design documents?
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If you indicated you have experience in developing or reviewing technical architecture documentation such as decision records, reference architectures, or system design documents, please describe the extent of your experience and make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If none, @type N/A.
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How many years' experience do you have working directly with procurement or vendor management teams on IT solicitations or RFP evaluations?
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If you indicated you have experience working directly with procurement or vendor management teams on IT solicitations or RFP evaluations, please describe the extent of your experience and make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If none, @type N/A.
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How many years' experience do you have in applying or managing cloud-based solution architecture (Azure, AWS, or GCP)?
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If you indicated you have experience in applying or managing cloud-based solution architecture (Azure, AWS, or GCP), please describe the extent of your experience and make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If none, @type N/A.
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Do you have experience with facilitating or conducting acquisiton or architectural decision reviews using structured methodolgies (e.g., ADRs, trade-off analyses, scorecards)?
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If you answered yes to having experience with facilitating or conducting acquisition or architectural decision reviews using structured methodolgies (e.g. ADRs, trade-off analyses, scorecards) please describe the extent of your experience and make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If you answered no, @type N/A.
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Do you have experience with assessing IT solution proposals for cost, usability, maintability, security, or compliance risk?
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If you answered yes to having experience with assessing IT solution proposals for cost, usability, maintability, security, or compliance risk, please describe the extent of your experience and make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If you answered no, @type N/A.
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Do you have experience with leading or contributing to an enterprise architecture function, community of practice, or governance board?
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If you answered yes to having experience with leading or contributing to an enterprise architecture function, community of practice or governance board, please describe the extent of your experience and make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If you answered no, @type N/A.
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Do you have experience with having used structured methods or tools for archiecture or solution assessment (for example, Gartner frameworks, ADRs, Technology Radars, or equivalent evidence-based approaches)?
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If you answered yes to having experience with having used strucutred methods or tools for architecture or solution assessment, please describe the extent of your experience and make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If you answered no, @type N/A.
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Do you have expeirence with participating in or managing Technology Trials, proofs of concept, or pilot deployments to validate solution fit?
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If you answered yes to having experience participating in or managing Technoloyg, Trials, proofs of concept, or pilot deployments to validate solutions fit, please describe the extent of your experience and make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If you answered no, @type N/A.
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Do you have experience with leading or supporting initiatives that reduced technical debt or improved decision quality across multiple projects or programs?
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If you answered yes to having experience with leading or supporting initiatives that reduced technical debt or improved decision quality across multiple projects or programs, please describe the extent of your experience and make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If you answered no, @type N/A.
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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?
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If applicable, did you attach a copy of your official transcripts/foreign degree evaluation? Failure to attach official transcripts/foreign degree evaluation may result in your application being screened out of this hiring process.
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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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