State Division Administrator 17 - Division Director Strategic Initiatives
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State Division Administrator 17 - Division Director Strategic Initiatives
Salary
$117,682.00 - $159,990.00 Annually
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
1801-26-ET-MRS-057
Department
LEO-Labor and Econ Opportunity
Opening Date
04/23/2026
Closing Date
4/29/2026 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.
This position plans, organizes, directs, and controls the work activities of the division. This position is responsible for the administrative oversight of managers, consultants, specialists and support staff for the administration and integration of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) legislation and the development, negotiation, and oversight of contracts and agreements for the vocational rehabilitation system and within the State of Michigan, specifically, Michigan Rehabilitation Services.
Responsibilities include; research, analysis and interpretation of Final Federal Regulations, program design and development, delivery and implementation of programs to public facing staff, oversight and evaluation, coordination with other state agencies under the WIOA, 2 CFR 200, and the State of Michigan Procurement Manual; Michigan Department of Education (MDE), Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Workforce Development (WD), and the Developmental Disability Council.. In addition, this position is responsible for administrative oversight of federally mandated activities including but not limited to data validation/compliance, semiannual and annual Disability Innovation Fund data, overseeing responsibility for MRS as the Designated State Entity (DSE) for Title VII Independent Living Program and the State Unit for the Assistive Technology Grant through the Administration on Community Living (ACL), progress reporting and project implementation, customer satisfaction, combined state plan, oversee the comprehensive statewide assessment and innovation and expansion activities consistent with 34 CFR § 361.48. This position is responsible for directing and organizing managers, consultants, and support staff associated with vocational rehabilitation policy, program and system evaluation, execution of interagency agreements, memorandums of understanding, and contracts.
There is a possibility of a remote/hybrid schedule based on performance and operational need. However, all work must be performed in Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position.
Position Description (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/2026-3-17%20Updated%20Strategic%20Initiatives%20Div%20Director%20PD%20%20(2).pdf)
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Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Experience
Two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist, or equivalent experience.
Additional Requirements and Information
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 to Civil 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.
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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STDIVADM - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in any major AND at least two years of post-degree experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. OR At least one year of professional experience in the state classified service AND at least two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist OR at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school AND at least three years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or at least two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level.
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Select the number of years of experience you possess in a managerial/supervisory position. (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials to allow for accurate screening.)
No experience
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
5 or more years
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If you indicated you possess experience in a managerial or supervisory position, please explain in detail your experience and how many subordinates you supervised; please include dates and duties. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) If no experience, enter N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have managing federal funds and following federal regulatory mandates associated with federal funds?
No experience
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1-3 years
3-5 years
5 or more years
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How many years of experience do you have overseeing complex program areas involving research, data analysis, strategic initiatives/innovation and agreements in alignment with state and federal regulations and reporting?
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1-3 years
3-5 years
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Please describe your knowledge of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). If no experience, enter N/A.
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Please explain your experience working with people with disabilities. If no experience, enter N/A.
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Briefly describe your experience overseeing contracts, data management, research activities, and strategic initiatives in a public vocational rehabilitation or similar public-sector environment. What strengths do you bring that would help you lead these functions effectively? If no experience, enter N/A.
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Did you attach a cover letter and a copy of your resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
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Did you attach a copy of an official college/university transcript to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
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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
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If you are a previous or current State of Michigan Employee, please provide your Employee ID number. If you don't know it, please provide that in the text box below. If you are not a current or previous State employee, please enter N/A.
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Are you a current Labor and Economic Opportunity employee classified as a State Division Administrator 17 interested in moving to the same class and level at this location?
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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
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Michigan Civil Service Office of Career Services
Michigan Works! Agency
Other Job Posting Site (Indeed, ZipRecruiter, LinkedIn, etc.)
Pure Michigan Talent Connect
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X (previously Twitter)
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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.
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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