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State of Michigan Departmental Specialist 13 in Dimondale, Michigan
Departmental Specialist 13
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Departmental Specialist 13
Salary
$29.58 - $44.15 Hourly
Location
Dimondale, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
2701-24-23-10
Department
Treasury
Opening Date
07/02/2024
Closing Date
7/16/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Description
Benefits
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Job Description
This Departmental Specialist 13 role is within the Information Technology Business Integration Division (ITBID) of the Budget, Security, and Technology (BST) Bureau. This is the Power Platform small application specialist. Small applications have project teams made up of 5-10 members and have a short development life cycle. These applications emphasize rapid prototyping, frequent updates, and flexibility to accommodate changing requirements. Examples include project trackers, simple workflow management tools, and inventory trackers. Medium to large scale applications are not handled by Treasury. Collaborating closely with DTMB, Executive Operations, and diverse Treasury business units, the specialist is tasked with establishing and nurturing governance structures for small technology tools, ensuring their sustained effectiveness and integration into departmental operations. In addition, the specialist role will offer guidance and counsel to Treasury business areas seeking to adopt small technology tools and services. This encompasses providing comprehensive insights into security measures, budgetary considerations, and support-related information. The specialist will offer tailored recommendations and assistance to ensure that Treasury business areas can effectively navigate the implementation and utilization of these tools while aligning with security protocols, budget constraints, and support requirements.
This role assumes responsibility for actively soliciting and understanding the business requirements for small-scale application development projects, employing Microsoft Power Platforms to enhance operational efficiencies within Treasury business sectors. Tasks include collaborating with Treasury business units to deploy and maintain diverse Modern Technology projects and solutions, leveraging problem-solving abilities to address operational pain points, troubleshooting challenges as they emerge, and executing solution implementations. Furthermore, the role entails responding adeptly to
complex inquiries, contributing to the development of a comprehensive Microsoft Power Platform Suite Governance framework, and undertaking special projects as delegated.
Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Dept Specialist 13.pdf)
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Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Experience
Note: Experience is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree.
Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.
Additional Requirements and Information
Please attach a copy of your official college transcript(s) to your application. 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), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above.The college/university does not have to send the transcripts directly to Treasury. Review more information regarding official transcripts. (https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdcs/OfficialTranscript_693831_7.pdf)
Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (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.
This position is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and must work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Selected candidate must have a safe and appropriate designated workspace or workstation for performance of work and secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
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.
Interviews will likely 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.
This position has a FTIFNPRINT sub-class code. The sub-class code indicates the position has access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and requires passing of a fingerprint-based background check per IRS Publication 1075.
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.
Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications
Equivalent combinations of nonprofessional experience, identified by the appointing authority and approved by Civil Service that are represented by subclass codes, will be accepted for classified, professional experience equivalent to the P11-level and above. The nonprofessional experience must be related to departmental programs and services that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certain positions may be assigned subclass codes and individuals appointed must possess the required specialized experience.
View the entire job specification at:
https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalSpecialist.pdf
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 atwww.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 daysand13 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 take12 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.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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DEPSPL - Do you possess at least a bachelor's degree or higher in any major; OR at least one year of professional experience in the state of Michigan classified service? If so, please attach a copy of your official transcripts.
Yes
No
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DEPSPL - Do you possess at least four years of professional experience?
Yes
No
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How many years of experience do you have working with Microsoft Power Platforms?
None
Less than two years
Two to four years
More than four years
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Please describe your experience with the Power Platforms, including any specific tools within the platform such as Power Apps, Power BI, or Power Automate. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have gathering and documenting business requirements?
None
Less than two years
Two to four years
More than four years
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Please provide examples of gathering and documenting business requirements. if you have no examples, enter N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have working on projects that impact multiple work areas?
None
Less than two years
Two to four years
More than four years
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If you answered that you have experience working on projects that impact multiple work areas, please describe your experience. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
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How many years of experience do you have demonstrating application functionality?
None
Less than two years
Two to four years
More than four years
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If you answered that you have experience demonstrating application functionality, please describe your experience. If you have no experience, enter N/A.
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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
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Did you 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.)
Yes
No
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If you answered no to the previous question, please explain why.
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Do you understand this job requires working onsite on Tuesdays and Wednesdays?
Yes
No
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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
Required Question
Agency
State of Michigan
Department
Treasury
Address
TreasuryOHR@michigan.gov
430 West Allegan Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48922
Phone
517-335-7508
Website
https://www.michigan.gov/treasurycareers
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