State Worker (Travel Counselor) - Clare Welcome Center
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State Worker (Travel Counselor) - Clare Welcome Center
Salary
$16.00 Hourly
Location
Clare, MI
Job Type
Non Career
Job Number
5901-26-BR-17-SW-CWC-JH
Department
Transportation
Opening Date
03/18/2026
Closing Date
4/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Description
THIS IS A NON-CAREER APPOINTMENT THAT IS LIMITED TO 129 HOURS PER MONTH AND 719 HOURS PER APPOINTMENT
Multiple vacancies may be filled utilizing this posting.
This position is a direct representative of the State of Michigan to the traveling public. As a travel counselor, provide and distribute literature, information, and guidance on travel and vacation activities within the state. Assist in preparing literature displays in the center and assist in clerical work. Work schedule includes weekends and holidays.
For additional information, please see the links below:
State Worker position description (http://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PositionDescription26BR17.pdf)
All about MDOT
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.
Required Education and Experience
Education
No specific amount is required.
Experience
No specific @type or amount is required.
Additional Requirements and Information
View the classification specification at:https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StateWorker.pdf
MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
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.
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.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta atnautac@michigan.gov.
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.
Non-career employees are not eligible for insurance benefits, but they may be able to participate in deferred-compensation 401k and 457 plans and earn paid sick time.
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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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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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Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school?
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Have you previously worked at a Michigan Department of Transportation Welcome Center? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.
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No
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How many years of experience on the job do you have using a personal computer? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.
None
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
5 or more years
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How many years of experience do you have working in a team setting? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.
None
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
5 or more years
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How many years of experience do you have working in a hospitality or guest service capacity? If you have this experience, please ensure it is documented in detail in the work experience and/or skills section of your application and/or resume otherwise your application may be screened out of this hiring process.
None
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1-3 years
3-5 years
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How familiar are you with the state of Michigan's various points of interest and travel destinations?
Not at all familiar
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Moderately familiar
Extremely familiar
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This State Worker position is for help at the Clare Welcome Center in their literature area. This is not a permanent position, it offers no benefits, the rate of pay is $16.00 per hour, and the hours will not exceed 129 hours per month, or 719 hours per appointment. This is not negotiable, and the hours are not guaranteed. Do you have any concerns with this?
Yes
No
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The Clare Welcome Center is open from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Sunday through Saturday (subject to change to accommodate a 10-hour day). Please select the hours and days that you are available to work an 8 hours shift (excluding 1/2 hour for lunch). Check all that apply.
Sunday, 8:30am - 5pm or 7am -5:30pm
Monday, 8:30am - 5pm or 7am -5:30pm
Tuesday, 8:30am - 5pm or 7am -5:30pm
Wednesday, 8:30am - 5pm or 7am -5:30pm
Thursday, 8:30am - 5pm or 7am -5:30pm
Friday, 8:30am - 5pm or 7am -5:30pm
Saturday, 8:30am - 5pm or 7am -5:30pm
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Are you a current Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) employee?
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No
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Are you a current State of Michigan employee? State employees work for one of the departments that make up the government of the State of Michigan (e.g., Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), etc.).
Yes
No
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MDOT - Have you participated in any of the following MDOT Workforce Programs?
MI Construction Career Days
MDOT Capstone Internship
MDOT Internship (Co-Op) Program
MDOT TRAC Program
MDOT Veteran Internship Program
MDOT Youth Development and Mentoring Program
National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI)
Transportation Diversity Recruitment Program (TDRP) Internship
Other
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MDOT - Where did you hear about this job? (Check all that apply)
State of Michigan Website/NEOGOV or Governmentjobs.com
LinkedIn
College/University Career Services Office or website
Twitter
Facebook
Indeed
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Employer
State of Michigan
Department
Transportation
Address
425 West Ottawa Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
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