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State Administrative Manager 15 - Director, Tribal Government Services and Policy - MDHHS

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State Administrative Manager 15 - Director, Tribal Government Services and Policy - MDHHS

Salary

$96,491.00 - $138,794.00 Annually

Location

Lansing, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

3901-26-EXEC-001-FILL

Department

Health and Human Services - Central Office

Opening Date

11/18/2025

Closing Date

11/30/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

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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. (https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdhhs/MDHHS\_Diversity\_Equity\_and\_Inclusion\_Plan\_649033\_7.pdf)

This position manages the Tribal Government Services and Policy (TGS&P) section to support and achieve the short- and long-term goals of TGS&P and MDHHS. The position serves as a section manager and advisor to the Director, Chief of Staff and Senior Deputy Directors and management level staff on policy decisions affecting Tribal Governments and Indigenous populations in Michigan. This position acts as the MDHHS liaison between Michigan’s federally recognized tribal governments, urban Indian organizations, Executive Office of the Governor (EOG), State of Michigan departments and agencies, Native American organizations, various federal agencies, and the public on Issues affecting tribal governments and Native Americans.

This position oversees and manages MDHHS compliance with Executive Directive 2019-17, and related Executive Orders and Executive Directives. This position manages and implements the department’s Formal Tribal Consultation Policy, monitors departmental program and policy activity, and advises and assists MDHHS Administrations with EO 2019-17 compliance and federally funded program tribal consultation compliance. This position advises the Governor’s Tribal Liaison on tribal government issues and policy related to MDHHS functions when requested and coordinates MDHHS efforts that directly affect tribal governments with EOG Tribal Liaison. The position manages the development and implementation of annual tribal government training for MDHHS employees required by ED 2019-17. This position manages the development and maintenance of the MDHHS TGS&P web page that provides information on work done by the department that impacts tribal governments and Native Americans.

Click here to view the Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/TGDP%20DIRECTOR%20JOB%20DESCRIPTION%2010-24-25.docx) & here to view the Job Specification (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StateAdministrativeManager.pdf?rev=98fd24c5174148c4b13f7f02eb94dfe0)

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) (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/neogov/OfficialTranscript.pdf?rev=0c57f92e150e4856b207ef348781c406) .

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions (http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdcs/New\_Online\_Employment\_Application\_Guide\_-\_First\_Time\_User\_446027\_7.pdf)

Required Education and Experience

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Public health and human services experience is strongly preferred; Familiarity with and knowledge of tribal governments and Native American culture are strongly preferred.

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

State Administrative Manager 15

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

Due to the upcoming holidays and training schedules, the anticipated start date for the selected incumbent may not be until late January or early February 2026.

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. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or 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:

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.

For information about this specific position, please email [email protected] . Please reference the job posting number in subject line.

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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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STDDADM1 - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in any major AND at least four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the P11 level or one year equivalent to the 12 level. If so, please attach a copy of your official transcripts. OR At least an educational level typically acquired through completion of high school AND at least two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level. OR At least an educational level typically acquired through completion of high school AND at least one year of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level. OR At least an educational level typically acquired through completion of high school AND at least four years of professional experience including two years equivalent to the P11 level or one year equivalent to the 12 level gained in the State of Michigan classified service.

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you possess experience working with Michigan’s tribes and tribal health centers?

+ Yes

+ No

03

If you answered "yes" to possessing experience working with Michigan’s tribes and tribal health centers, please describe your experience. If you answered "no", write 'N/A'.

04

What is your understanding of tribal sovereignty and how it impacts your work with tribes?

05

Select the number of years of experience you have working with Michigan’s tribe(s) and tribal health centers.

+ 8 or more years

+ 5 to 7 years

+ 2 to 4 years

+ 1 year

+ Less than 1 year

+ None

06

Describe a time when you had to navigate cultural differences in a professional or work setting.

07

Please select from the options below: (Please note, actions that have been expunged, formal counseling, and layoff actions, such as a reduction in force, need not be reported.) Please select all that apply.

+ I have been dismissed within the last two years

+ I have resigned in lieu of discipline or dismissal within the last two years

+ I have been suspended without pay within the last two years

+ I have received a written reprimand within the last two years

+ I have received an unsatisfactory rating within the last two years

+ I have signed a last chance agreement with MDHHS within the last two years

+ I certify that none of the above circumstances apply to me

08

Do you have any objection to being finger printed or drug tested?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Do you have an Intentional Program Violation from the Department of Health and Human Services?

+ Yes

+ No

10

Do you have any substantiated cases of abuse or neglect reported on the MI Department of Human Services Central Registry?

+ Yes

+ No

11

From the options below, which accurately describes your current status? (A current state employee works for an actual state department such as the Department of Corrections, the Department of Transportation, etc.)

+ A current Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee

+ A Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee in layoff status

+ A current State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee

+ A State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee in layoff status

+ None of the above

12

Are you a current MDHHS employee classified as a State Administrative Manager 15 and interested in moving to the same classification and level at this location?

+ Yes

+ No

13

Did you attach a cover letter and a copy of your résumé to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

+ Yes

+ No

14

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.)

+ Yes

+ No

15

Due to the upcoming holidays and training schedules, the anticipated start date for the selected incumbent may not be until late January or early February 2026. Are you flexible with the anticipated start date, if selected?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

State of Michigan

Department

Health and Human Services - Central Office

Address

Office of Human Resources

235 S. Grand Ave.

Lansing, Michigan, 48933

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