State Assistant Administrator 15 - Climate and Environment Policy Advisor - MDHHS/EOG

This position is being filled as a limited term assignment.  Limited term assignments may have the potential to become permanent but there is no guarantee.

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 works for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and is detailed within the Governor’s policy division as a Climate and Environment Policy Advisor. The incumbent manages issues in these areas, especially how they intersect with energy, natural resources, and agriculture. This position would serve as a policy advisor and project manager on existing and new initiatives in this issue space.

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 supplemental questions must be documented in 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:  InstructionsEducation
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience
State Assistant Administrator 15
Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.

Preferred:
• Working in state government, particularly in departmental leadership or a Governor’s office. 
• Understanding of state legislative and administrative processes. 
• Developing policy solutions and making recommendations to high-level principles. 
• Communicating and rafting briefing memoranda on complex policy issues. 
• Project managing, including setting, communicating, and meeting goals and deadlines. 
• Fostering coordination and collaboration among colleagues and with external stakeholders. 
• Navigating fast-paced working environments while managing a heavy workload with competing priorities. 
• Working with or understanding the stakeholder community on the advisor’s relevant issue set. 
• Working professionally on the advisor’s relevant issue set, particularly in a policy or programmatic role, preferably on the ground in Michigan.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 Lansing, MI and will work a hybrid schedule.  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:        
        o A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
        o A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
        o 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.

Salary : $93,681 - $134,751