Departmental Specialist 13 (Women's Research Specialist)
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Departmental Specialist 13 (Women's Research Specialist)
Salary
$31.99 - $47.75 Hourly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
4702-26-4193-AR
Department
Corrections - Central Office
Opening Date
08/24/2026
Closing Date
9/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
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Job Description
The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.
MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here. (https://www.michigan.gov/corrections/for-employees/military-and-veterans)
This specialist is recognized as the Women's Research Specialist, designated as supporting Women's and non-gender specific criminal justice research projects for MDOC business areas and staff. This position is responsible for the oversight and direction of research projects aimed to evaluate the impact of current programs on reducing recidivism of female offenders in the custody and control of the MDOC. The position oversees all aspects of the research life cycle and serves as a technical advisor. The position collaborates with MDOC administrators and Bureau officials to identify and strategize research projects designed to evaluate if current programming for female MDOC offenders is being delivered as designed and summarizes findings regarding the effectiveness of programming on reducing recidivism. Based on the outcomes of research projects, this position makes programmatic and/or procedural recommendations to ensure that departmental programming meets the needs of offenders by providing them the necessary skills to avoid re-offense. This position is the subject matter expert for research support and serves as the quality assurance coordinator for the MDOC's STATIC risk assessment instrument. The position also includes the requirement of becoming a certified trainer for the STATIC. The position also collaborates with internal and external stakeholders on criminal justice related research proposals and evaluation projects. The research projects will vary based on current requirements. Research areas include but are not limited to Parole Guidelines (Women), Beyond Violence, Meridians, Moving On, Seeking Safety, Substance Abuse, Academic, and Women's Security Classification.
View the job specification here (https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalSpecialist.pdf) .
View the position descriptionhere (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Position%20Description%20-%204193.pdf) .
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Experience
Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.
Alternate Education and Experience
For MDOC employees only- Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree and the experience listed below OR 2 additional years of the stated experience to substitute for the degree.
2 years of experience as an Assistant Resident Unit Supervisor 11 or Corrections Shift Supervisor 11 or Departmental Supervisor 11 or Food Services Supervisor 11, OR 2 years of experience as a Corrections Shift Supervisor 12, Departmental Supervisor 12, Fire Safety Supervisor 12 or Industries Supervisor 12 or Medical Records Examiner Supervisor 12.
Additional Requirements and Information
Work Location: This position is located in Lansing, Michiganand will require reporting in person for the first two weeks. After the initial training period, a hybrid work schedule may be approved that will allow work to be performed remotely up to 50% of the time with the other 50% of the work being performed in-person in Lansing.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed may be notified of the results.
New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification. All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.
Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services. All employees must meet these ethical standards, and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards.
As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest, please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application. Ethical Standards and Conduct (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/FORMS/CS1783DisclosureofInterest.pdf?rev=be076dc2333b4f1e923dceaa603a4001) ( Note: you do not need to fill out the form)
Certain positions may require a criminal history background check. To view the conditions of State of Michigan Employment, please click here (https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/state-employment/general/conditions-of-som-employment) .
The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.
All required documents must be attached and submitted at the time of application for further consideration.Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV to be considered.
Interested applicants who are attaching transcripts must attach a copy of your official college transcripts indicating the specific @type of degree earned and the conferred/graduation date. (Un-official or web-based transcripts will not be accepted.) More information regarding what constitutes an official transcript can be foundhere (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/neogov/OfficialTranscript.pdf?rev=b0798c88b0704c4c8feaf3e3e9d1bf80) . If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please call the Office of Career Services toll free at 1-800-788-1766
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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MDOC/DEPSPL/DEPTMGR 13-15 - Do you possess at least four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level? OR A bachelor's degree with at least two years of MDOC experience as an Assistant Resident Unit Supervisor 11, Corrections Shift Supervisor 11, Departmental Supervisor 11, Food Services Supervisor 11, Corrections Shift Supervisor 12, Departmental Supervisor 12, Fire Safety Supervisor 12, Industries Supervisor 12, or Medical Records Examiner Supervisor 12? OR Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and at least four years of MDOC experience as an Assistant Resident Unit Supervisor 11, Corrections Shift Supervisor 11, Departmental Supervisor 11, Food Services Supervisor 11, Corrections Shift Supervisor 12, Departmental Supervisor 12, Fire Safety Supervisor 12, Industries Supervisor 12, or Medical Records Examiner Supervisor 12?
Yes
No
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Do you have a master's degree or higher in an applied research/statistical field with a concentration in statistics and research methods? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts
Yes
No
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If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please describe your field of study and statistical/research methods courses taken
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How many years of experience do you possess in data extraction and statistical analysis? (if you possess this experience it must be documented in your application materials for proper evaluation.)
None
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
3-4 years
5 plus years
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How many years of experience do you have writing SQL queries
None
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
3-4 years
5 plus years
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Please provide a brief overview of your two most recent projects to evaluate programs or improve data quality, including details related to: o The goal of the project. o The design, development, testing, and analysis of the data. o The volume of data involved (number of data tables, columns, and rows). o Data extraction tools and statistical analysis software utilized. o Statistical analysis methods utilized and why you selected those methods. o Outcome of the analysis.
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Please describe the process you use to critically review research studies and reports, including sampling, design, and statistical analysis approaches, and interpretation of statistical findings.
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No
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*CORR01 - Are you a participant in the Return to Work program? This program is for employees that were displaced from their regular jobs due to work injuries which do not allow them to perform their normal work duties.
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No
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*CORR02 - Are you related to or acquainted with anyone who is currently incarcerated in a State prison, tether program, on parole or felony probation status? (NOTE: an affirmative response to this question will NOT automatically result in you being screened out for consideration)
Yes
No
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*CORR03 - If yes, indicate name(s), and incarceration/supervision location of prisoner, parolee, or probationer. What is your relationship to the person(s)? If no, enter N/A
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*CORR04 - I understand and agree that the Department of Corrections will complete a thorough investigation of my ENTIRE CRIMINAL HISTORY and may verify all data given in the criminal history check. Any material misrepresentation or deliberate omission of a fact in their application may be justification for refusal of, or if employed, termination from employment.
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No
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*CORR05 - I understand that if selected for an interview, I will be scheduled electronically through NEOGOV. I have provided a valid e-mail and understand it is my responsibility to monitor said e-mail account for interview opportunities. I also acknowledge that correspondence received through NEOGOV may be sent to a junk mail (including state of Michigan junk mail) or spam account and I will monitor those accounts accordingly.
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No
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*CORR07 - I confirm that I have reviewed the required information on the Ethical Standards and Conduct via the link provided on the job posting. Based on that review, please select the appropriate answer below.
Yes
No
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*CORR08 - If you responded that you or a family member does have a conflict of interest to the question above, please explain in detail below. If you responded neither you nor a family member has a conflict, please enter N/A.
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*CORR09 - Have you ever been employed by the State of Michigan?
Yes
No
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*CORR10 - IF you answered yes to the question above, please identify which department, former name if used and/or ID number if known. If you answered no, please enter N/A.
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Are you a current Michigan Department of Corrections employee?
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
State of Michigan
Department
Corrections - Central Office
Address
saylork4@michigan.gov
206 E. Michigan Avenue
Lansing, Michigan, 48909
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