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State Bureau Administrator 18

Salary

$128,180.00 - $170,601.00 Annually

Location

To Be Determined - TBD, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Remote Employment

Remote Only

Job Number

2701-26-14-5

Department

Treasury

Opening Date

12/30/2025

Closing Date

1/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

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Job Description

* This position is eligible to work remotely (from home) up to five days per week with a Flexible work schedule *

This position serves as a State Bureau Administrator - Trust Accounting and Operations Bureau, reporting directly to the Senior Deputy Chief Investment Officer of the Bureau of Investments (BOI). Position will oversee the administrative functions of the Trust Accounting Division (TAD) staff. This position will be responsible for overseeing the planning and direction of all accounting and investment-related operations for BOI. The position will lead and help establish BOI’s overall workflow for all essential accounting and investment-related operation processes and is responsible for improving operational effectiveness and efficiency. This position provides leadership, management, strategic vision and the understanding of processes and performance needed to achieve BOI’s short- and long-term goals that align with the department’s strategic goals. Position is responsible for attaining performance and development goals, works in conjunction with the Senior Deputy Chief Investment Officer, Senior Chief Investment Officer, and Director of Investments – Private Markets and Director of Investments – Public Markets and integrates key support functions effecting accounting and investments. This position will lead, motivate and support the professional development of TAD staff and operational professionals. This position serves as the State Treasurer’s representative on the boards of the Michigan State Employees’ Retirement System (MSERS), Michigan State Police Retirement System (MSPRS), and Michigan Judges Retirement System (MJRS). Position will also assist with the oversight of the Venture Michigan Fund. The position will give public presentations to key stakeholder groups as necessary.

Our culture is driven by excellent customer service, continuous improvement, and employee development. The Department of Treasury promotes and supports Diversity and Inclusion. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that still offers a great work/life balance, we encourage you to apply! To learn more about this position, review the full position description below.

State Bureau Administrator 18 Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/SBA18%20PD.pdf)

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Required Education and Experience

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience

Two years of professional managerial experience.

Please Note: A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree. Qualifying professional experience is counted post bachelor's degree .

Alternate Education and Experience

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

Additional Requirements and Information

Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) to your application. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

Official Transcripts. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, andMUST be recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (https://www.chea.org/search-institutions) (CHEA). A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above.

Foreign Transcripts: Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or universityMUSThave their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by theCouncil on Higher Education Accreditation (https://www.chea.org/search-institutions) (CHEA). Go to evaluators (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.

Remote Work. This position is eligible for remote work up to five days per week. The selected candidate must have a secure, safe and appropriate designated workspace that allows privacy and prevents distractions to perform the duties of this position. Additionally, the selected candidate must have secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Please note that occasional onsite work will be required. Remote work arrangements are subject to management approval and may be adjusted or discontinued at any time.

Work must be performed in the state of Michigan . If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position prior to being appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

Interviews. Interviews may occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview.

AI. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software is prohibited. If it is substantiated that AI was used in the process, your application may be removed from consideration.

E-Verify. The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/employee-rights-and-responsibilities) and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Note: Your application for this position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results; however, all applicants can view their application status in their NEOGOV profile.

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StateBureauAdministrator.pdf

The Michigan Department of Treasury is proud to be recognized at the Gold Level as a Veteran-Friendly Employer.

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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BUREAADM - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in any major and at least two years of professional managerial experience. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; 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 an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and at least two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement supervisory experience at the 15 level; OR at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and at least five years of professional experience, including at least two years of experience as a professional manager gained in the State of Michigan classified service.

+ Yes

+ No

02

Please select your college major from the below list.

+ Accounting

+ Business Administration

+ Finance

+ Economics

+ None of the above

03

Have you completed at least 21 semester hours (32 term) credits in accounting? If so, please attach a copy of your OFFICIAL college/university transcript.

+ Yes

+ No

04

Please select any active designations you have from the list below.

+ Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

+ Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)

+ None of the above

05

Do you have thorough knowledge of State and Federal laws related to public pension investments?

+ Yes

+ No

06

If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please describe your knowledge. If no experience, enter N/A.

07

Do you have extensive knowledge of investment-related information systems?

+ Yes

+ No

08

How many years of professional experience do you have planning, developing and administering investment programs or systems?

+ None to less than one year

+ One to three years

+ Three to five years

+ Five to seven years

+ Seven to ten years

+ Ten years or more

09

If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your experience. This experience should be clearly documented in your application and resume. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) If no experience, enter N/A.

10

How many years of experience do you have initiating new programs and/or leading strategic initiatives?

+ None to less than one year

+ One to three years

+ Three to five years

+ Five to seven years

+ Seven to ten years

+ Ten years or more

11

How many years of experience do you have developing and tracking investment-related operational process improvement activities?

+ None to less than one year

+ One to three years

+ Three to five years

+ Five to seven years

+ Seven to ten years

+ Ten years or more

12

Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position before you are appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Do you currently reside in Michigan or if offered the position, would plan to relocate to Michigan?

+ Yes

+ No

13

This position offers remote work up to five days per week with occasional onsite work. Do you understand and agree to these work requirements?

+ Yes

+ No

14

Out of State and overnight travel is required in this position. Are you able to travel independently, utilizing airplanes, trains, cars, taxicabs, buses, ships, etc.?

+ Yes

+ No

15

Did you attach your cover letter and detailed resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

+ Yes

+ No

16

If you qualify for this position by possessing a bachelor's degree, did you remember to attach a copy of your OFFICIAL college/university transcript(s)? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

+ No

+ Yes

+ N/A - I am a current or previous State of Michigan employee and possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school and at least five years of professional experience, including at least two years of experience as a professional manager gained in the State of Michigan classified service. (A position is considered 'professional' if the job requires a bachelor's degree.)

Required Question

Employer

State of Michigan

Department

Treasury

Address

[email protected]

430 West Allegan Street

Lansing, Michigan, 48922

Phone

517-335-7508

Website

https://www.michigan.gov/treasurycareers

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