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Executive Director (State Division Administrator 17)

Salary

$117,682.00 - $159,990.00 Annually

Location

Lansing, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2701-26-21-7

Department

Treasury

Opening Date

01/09/2026

Closing Date

1/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

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Job Description

* * This position offers the ability to work remotely three days per week with a Flexible/Hybrid work schedule. **

Th Saving, Access, and Financial Empowerment (SAFE) Bureau within the Michigan Department of Treasury is looking for a dynamic leader who has excellent leadership skills, strategic planning abilities, high ethical standards, and a positive attitude to join their team. If you possess these characteristics and are interested in becoming part of an exciting and fulfilling work environment, working with a diverse group of people to accomplish goals, then this is the job for you!

This position serves as the Executive Director of the Michigan Education Trust (MET). MET is a Section 529 prepaid tuition program. MET is governed by a nine-member Board of Directors, and the State Treasurer serves as Chair. The Executive Director is responsible for overall administration of the program including personnel services, financial integrity, actuarial soundness evaluation, legal compliance, operational standards, recordkeeping, marketing, determining issues for Board of Directors review/action, promoting efficiency and prompt service to program participants. This position also serves as the Program Manager for the Michigan Education Saving Program (MESP) and MI 529 Advisor Plan (MAP). MESP is a Section 529 direct-sold investment/savings program. MAP is a Section 529 broker-sold investment/savings program. The State Treasurer is the Trustee, and a vendor is utilized to perform daily program management functions. The Program Manager ensures compliance with the contract between the vendor and the Department of Treasury and approves program disclosure materials, matching grant applications, marketing concepts and materials.

This position also provides coordination and oversight of the Fostering Futures Scholarship Trust Fund (FFS). FFS is a scholarship and endowment fund reestablished in 2014 by P.A. 525 of 2008 and considered to be an Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 170 (c) governmental charitable program and the State Treasurer serves as trustee. FFS conducts fundraising events to benefit youth who have experienced Michigan foster care at age 13 and above and attending a Michigan higher education institution.

Our culture is driven by excellent customer service, continuous improvement, diversity, inclusion, and employee development. If you value these characteristics and enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment that offers a great work-life balance, we encourage you to apply!

View full Position Description here: State Division Administrator 17 (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/26-21-7%20SDA17%20PD.pdf)

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Required Education and Experience

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience

Two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist, or equivalent experience.

Please Note: A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree. Qualifyingprofessional 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 experience at the 14 level; or, two years 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

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, and MUST 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 to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and must work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays. 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 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.

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.

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.

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: State Division Administrator 17 Job Specification (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StateDivisionAdministrator.pdf?rev=81bb25ad989a4756943f16335e467918)

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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STDIVADM - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in any major AND at least two years of post-degree experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. OR At least one year of professional experience in the state classified service AND at least two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist 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 two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level.

+ Yes

+ No

02

From the options below, which accurately describes your current employment status? (A current State employee works for an actual State Department such as Department of Treasury or Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity (LEO) etc.)

+ Not a State of Michigan employee (never employed at the State)

+ A current employee at the Department of Treasury

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

+ A previous State of Michigan employee

03

How many years of professional management experience do you have overseeing and managing staff?

+ 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

04

If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your professional management experience overseeing and managing staff. This experience should be clearly documented in your application material. If you have no experience, enter N/A.

05

How many years of experience do you have working with a Board of Directors and coordinating events?

+ 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

06

If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your professional experience working with a Board of Directors and coordinating events. This experience should be clearly documented in your application material. If you have no experience, enter N/A.

07

How many years of professional experience do you have in public speaking?

+ 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

08

If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your professional experience in public speaking. This experience should be clearly documented in your application material. If you have no experience, enter N/A.

09

How many years of experience do you have developing business relationships to further business missions and goals?

+ 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

10

If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your professional experience developing business relationships. This experience should be clearly documented in your application material. If you have no experience, enter N/A.

11

Do you have experience interpreting laws, rules or regulations affecting 529 programs?

+ Yes

+ No

12

If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, please describe your most recent experience interpreting laws, rules or regulations affecting 529 programs. This experience should be clearly documented in your application material. If you have no experience, enter N/A.

13

Do you have experience implementing and overseeing contracts with external vendors providing 529 program record services/database?

+ Yes

+ No

14

If you answered 'yes' to the previous question, please describe your professional experience implementing and overseeing contracts with external vendors providing 529 program record services/databases. This experience should be clearly documented in your application material. If you have no experience, enter N/A.

15

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. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Do you currently reside in Michigan or if offered the position, would plan to relocate to Michigan?

+ Yes

+ No

16

This position is required to work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The selected candidate must have a secure, safe and appropriate designated workspace and sufficient and secure internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload and may be adjusted or discontinued at any time. Do you understand and agree to these work requirements?

+ Yes

+ No

17

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

18

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) to your application? (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 one year of experience working in a professional position AND at least two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist; OR 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 two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level. (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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