Job Description

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

This position is responsible for overseeing and managing the Legislative Affair Policy Section while providing direct support to the Director of Legislative Affairs. Responsibilities include establishing performance goals, assigning and monitoring work assignments, and conducting regular performance evaluations of policy analysts. The position will oversee legislative activities and ensure timely and appropriate responses to legislative inquiries. The selected candidate will support the advancement of departmental priorities through the review and coordination of bill analyses, legislative materials, and preparations for legislative committee hearings.

Responsibilities also include drafting and coordinating strategic communications, monitoring and tracking legislation, and conducting comprehensive analyses of legislative issues affecting the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Additionally, this position will establish and maintain effective working relationships with legislative staff and interest group representatives while serving as a departmental resource on legislation, the legislative process, and legislative procedures. The selected candidate will collaborate with subject matter experts across the Department to gather input and ensure legislative responses are accurate and comprehensive.

POSITION DESCRIPTION JOB SPECIFICATION

To be considered for this position you must: Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted. Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening. Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week. Attach a cover letter. If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature. Please review Civil Service's guidelines regarding Official Transcripts: Official Transcripts (michigan.gov). Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions

Experience and Education

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. Other Considerations: Education level typically acquired through completion of high school and two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or, one year of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level, may be substituted for the education and experience requirements.

Additional Requirements and Information

This position is being filled as a limited term assignment with the potential to become permanent, but it's never guaranteed. 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 previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required. Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

Position Location/Remote Office

The physical location of this position is 333 S. Grand Ave Lansing, MI 48933. Based on operational needs and within established limits, hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered. Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:

• A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
• A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
• Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.

As a Condition of Employment

This position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check. The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. For information about this specific position, please email MDHHSVacancies@michigan.gov. Please reference the job posting number in subject line. Follow us on LinkedIn for more job opportunities! MDHHSJobs #MDHHSjobs #Veteranfriendly #Careerswithpurpose # CommunityHeroes MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.