Deputy Director - Human Resources Operations
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Deputy Director - Human Resources Operations
Salary
$149,475.00 - $188,611.00 Annually
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Limited Term (position has expiration date)
Job Number
1901-26MD-151MCSC
Department
Civil Service Commission
Opening Date
02/03/2026
Closing Date
2/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
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Job Description
The Deputy Director of Human Resources (HR) Operations is a member of the senior leadership team for the Michigan Civil Service Commission (MCSC). The MCSC regulates conditions of employment in the state's civil service and provides HR staff to most state agencies. This position will help implement rule and policy changes from the commission and regulation and policy changes from the state personnel director to meet the MCSC's mission, vision, and goals.
As a deputy, this position focuses on HR operations and guides HR teams serving 16 state agencies with almost 300 employees to provide classification, selection, labor-relations, and related core HR services. This position will oversee the activities of Group-4 managers that provide direction for statewide HR offices. Key responsibilities include managing staff and overseeing operations to optimize resources and drive efficiency, encouraging collaboration across agency HR offices and between HR and MCSC central office to identify improvements to deliver exceptional, innovative HR services.
Postings for two deputy director positions have been made. Candidates interested in being considered for both vacancies should file separate applications for each.
Position Description-Deputy Director 20 (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/HRO%20DD%20PD-2026.pdf)
Required Education and Experience
This position generally requires the education acquired through possession of a bachelor's degree in any major. Specific information on the education and experience required for different class levels is in thejob specifications of the Senior Deputy Director class. (https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/SeniorExecutiveService.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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SENDPDIR - Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher in any major or at least one year of professional experience in the state classified service? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.
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SENDPDIR - Do you possess at least two years of experience as a director of a division?
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Please select ALL areas of Human Resources in which you have direct work experience.
Recruitment and Selection
Payroll
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Disability Management
Performance Management
Labor Relations
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Please briefly describe any direct work experience (as selected above). If you selected "None" please @type N/A.
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Please select your level of experience managing/supervising staff.
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Please select your level of experience working in a Human Resources Office.
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Are you currently working in a Human Resources Office for a State of Michigan Department or Agency?
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Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts to your application?
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Employer
State of Michigan
Department
Civil Service Commission
Address
400 S. Pine Street, P.O. Box 30002
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone
800-788-1766
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