Administrative Law Specialist 13-P15 - Staff Attorney
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Administrative Law Specialist 13-P15 - Staff Attorney
Salary
$33.53 - $63.10 Hourly
Location
Detroit, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
1801-26-LA-BER-018
Department
LEO-Labor and Econ Opportunity
Opening Date
04/06/2026
Closing Date
4/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Description
Benefits
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Job Description
At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan's vast pipeline of opportunities. Learn more atwww.michigan.gov/LEO.
The position performs various legal related functions for the agency mostly related to cases filed under the agency statutes (Public Employment Relations Act (PERA), Labor Relations and Mediation Act (LMA), Act 312) and other laws and legal authority that regulates the collective bargaining relationships between employers (public and some private sector), unions and employees.
The position mainly performs legal research, legal memos, drafts and finalizes MERC decisions and orders for approval of the Commission and assists in managing the Commission's case docket.
Position Description - Administrative Law Specialist 13-P15 (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Posted%20PD%201801-26-LA-BER-018-2.pdf)
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.
Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration.Only those applicants being interviewed will be notified of the results. Position Location/Remote Office: The physical location of this position is Detroit Cadillac Place. Based on operational needs, policy limits, and continued satisfactory performance, a request for a hybrid work schedule will be considered for 3 days in the Detroit office, 2 days remote. Selected candidates who have been approved hybrid or remote work schedules must complete that work within Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position.
Employees will be provided SOM issued computers to perform State work. Phones may be provided for necessary communications. When working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:
Secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
High-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law.
Experience
This position has a Selective Position Requirement (SPR) that requires the incumbent to have labor relations or labor law experience.
Administrative Law Specialist 13
Six months of experience in labor relations or labor law.
Administrative Law Specialist 14
One year of professional experience in labor relations or labor law equivalent to an Administrative Law Specialist 13 or Administrative Law Examiner 13, or as an attorney.
Administrative Law Specialist P15
Two years of professional experience in labor relations or labor law, including one year equivalent to an Administrative Law Specialist 14 or Administrative Law Examiner 14; or, two years of experience as an attorney.
Additional Requirements and Information
Membership in good standing in the Michigan State Bar.
Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and your official college transcript(s) to your application. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable,if it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcript directly to LEO. For more information regarding official transcripts,click here (https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdcs/OfficialTranscript\693831\7.pdf) .
Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Go toevaluators (https://www.naces.org/members) for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process.
Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
All classified employees are subject toCivil Service Rule 2-8 Ethical Standards and Conductand will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee.
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Certain positions within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity may also require state criminal, fingerprint-based and driving record background checks. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the background checks and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.
The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates inE-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/about-e-verify) and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV. If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please contact the NEOGOV applicant support at 855-524-5627.
View the entire job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/AdministrativeLawSpecialist.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
01
ADMSPL - Do you possess a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law? If yes, please attach a copy of your official transcripts.
Yes
No
02
ADMSPL SPR - Do you have at least six months of professional work experience in labor relations, labor law, or related area? If yes, please list in your application and/or resume.
Yes
No
03
ADMSPL - Are you an attorney and member in good standing in the Michigan State Bar? If so, please provide your member number (P number) in the Certificates/Licenses section of your application.
Yes
No
04
Do you have significant knowledge of the Public Employment Relations Act (PERA) and the worker protections provided under the Act?
Yes
No
05
Please select your recent experience performing legal research involving labor law, employment law, administrative law, or related field(s).
No experience
1 month to 11 months
12 months to 23 months
24 months to 35 months
36 months to 47 months
48 months (4 years) or more.
06
Please select your recent experience performing legal writing involving labor law, employment law, administrative law, or related field(s).
No experience
1 month to 11 months
12 months to 23 months
24 months to 36 months
36 months to 47 months
48 months (4 years) or more.
07
Are you proficient and confident using computerized legal research tools, such as Lexis and/or Westlaw?
Yes
No
08
Please select your experience level using Microsoft Office Word.
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
09
Please select your skill level and experience performing legal research and writing functions.
Beginner
Intermediate
Expert
10
Please select the duties/tasks that you have recent work-related experience with (check all that apply):
Representing unions or employers in labor relations disputes.
Research and legal writing motions, appeals or any persuasive filing.
Research and legal writing involving union-management disputes.
Research and writing legal opinions or decisions for a governmental entity, court or adjudicative agency (or quasi adjudicative agency).
None of the above.
11
1801 Recruitment - To collect LEO recruitment effort data, please select from below how you learned of this job opportunity. We appreciate the feedback!
College/University Career Services Office
College/University Career Fair
Employee Referral
GONGWER Capitol Jobs Marketplace
Handshake
Michigan Civil Service Office of Career Services
Michigan Works! Agency
Other Job Posting Site (Indeed, ZipRecruiter, LinkedIn, etc.)
Pure Michigan Talent Connect
NEOGOV job alert
Veterans Organization
X (previously Twitter)
12
1801 Recruitment - If you selected Other Job Posting, Veteran's Organization, or Employee Referral in the previous question, please identify the source or employee name for which you learned of this opportunity.
13
1801- From the options below, which accurately describes your current status? (A current State employee works for an actual State Department such as Department of Corrections (MDOC), Department of Transportation (MDOT) etc.)
Not a State of Michigan employee
A previous State of Michigan employee
A current State of Michigan, Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity (LEO) employee
A current State of Michigan (non-LEO) employee
14
1801 - Are you a current Labor and Economic Opportunity employee classified as a Administrative Law Specialist 13-P15 interested in moving to the same class and level at this location?
Yes
No
15
Did you attach official copies of your college/university transcripts to your application? (Failure to do so may result in you being screened out of the selection process.)
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
State of Michigan
Department
LEO-Labor and Econ Opportunity
Address
leo-ohr@michigan.gov
PO Box 30714
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
Phone
517-241-9868
Website
https://www.michigan.gov/leo
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