MEDC Corporate: Compliance Specialist - Business Development
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MEDC Corporate: Compliance Specialist - Business Development
Salary
$28.96 - $34.75 Hourly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
1804-26-MEDC016
Department
MI Economic Development Corp
Opening Date
04/20/2026
Closing Date
5/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
N/A
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Job Description
NOTE: THIS IS A MEDC CORPORATE POSITION - THIS IS NOT A STATE OF MICHIGAN CLASSIFIED POSITION.
At MEDC, we help Michiganders prosper by investing in our businesses and communities, enabling the growth of good jobs, and promoting Michigan's reputation as a world-class business location and travel destination. By joining our team, you will play an integral role in directly supporting Michigan's success, where you work, live and play. Come be part of the team as a Compliance Specialist.
Position Summary:
The Compliance Specialist assists with the compliance activities related to various current programs administered by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and the Michigan Strategic Fund (MSF) including, but not limited to, the 21st Century Jobs Fund, the Michigan Business Development Program (MBDP), the Jobs Ready Michigan Program (JRMP), and the Renaissance Zone program as well as legacy loan, grant and tax credit programs. This position monitors and coordinates internal compliance processes for assigned programs; creates and manages reports using Salesforce; serves as a contact to awardees, as well as providing internal and external customer support.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
Reviews and processes milestone application and disbursement requests for program grants and loans.
Reviews and processes tax credit applications to ensure their completeness and compliance with both statutory and policy requirements for tax incentive programs.
Compiles, updates and analyzes data and produces reports for the various incentive programs monitored by the Compliance Unit.
Assists in the development of internal process documents to ensure MEDC and MSF compliance with statues, guidelines and contractual terms and conditions.
Prepares briefing memos and other documentation for presentation to the MSF Fund Manager and MSF Board.
Prepares formal correspondence between the MEDC/MSF and grantees relative to awards.
Compiles data and performs analysis of program effectiveness and makes recommendations to team leader for program and process improvements as necessary.
Advises grantees regarding process; provides program training and maintains records of suggestions and concerns.
Prepares and ensures accuracy of data in annual legislative reports for programs under management by the Compliance Unit.
Provides customer service support to grantees accessing Salesforce for administration of awards.
Advises supervisor of non-compliant grantees, tax credit recipients, loan recipients, and provides recommendations for responsive action.
View the Position DescriptionHERE (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Compliance%20Specialist%20(BD).pdf)
This position is based at MEDC Headquarters in Lansing and may work a hybrid schedule with a minimum of 2 days of in-office work required.
Required Education and Experience
Education:
This position requires a bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in business administration or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience:
Two years of related experience.
Additional Requirements and Information
For more information on the MEDC and other career opportunities, visit www.michiganbusiness.org/careers . Discover Pure Michigan at www.michigan.org .
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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Do you possess a bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in business administration or a related field?
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Do you have experience or training in processing data and interpreting legislative or other legal requirements?
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Do you have experience providing administrative support, preferably in economic development or government administration, or experience administering similar economic development grant programs?
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If you answered yes, please describe your experience in the text box below.
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Do you have experience reviewing company financial documents?
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If you answered yes, please describe your experience in the text box below.
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This position is based at MEDC Headquarters in Lansing and requires a minimum of two (2) days per week of in-office work. This is not a fully remote position. Do you understand and agree to this requirement?
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By selecting "Yes" below, you confirm that you are applying for a position with MEDC Corporate and acknowledge that this is not a State of Michigan classified role.
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Employer
State of Michigan
Department
MI Economic Development Corp
Address
MEDCHR@Michigan.org
300 N. Washington Square
Lansing, Michigan, 48913
Website
https://www.michiganbusiness.org/careers/
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