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State of Michigan Departmental Technician 7-10 in Dimondale, Michigan
Departmental Technician 7-10
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Departmental Technician 7-10
Salary
$21.48 - $32.88 Hourly
Location
Dimondale, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Remote Optional
Job Number
2701-24-20-121
Department
Treasury
Opening Date
06/21/2024
Closing Date
7/5/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)
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Job Description
Are you self-motivated, resourceful, resolution focused, and interested in helping others? If so, the Tax Administrative Support Unit of the Technical & Operational Support Division may have the perfect career opportunity for you. We are looking for an individual who wants to make a difference, working in a team environment where employee engagement and retention is valued, and a great work/life balance is promoted.
The Departmental Technician 7-10 position serves as a technical resource for the Technical & Operational Support Division and will provide a full range of technical assistance for the division related to various onboarding of new staff, training for new staff, and participating in continuous improvement efforts throughout the bureau. We are looking for a candidate with the following qualities:
Strong attention to detail
Ability to create and present new processes and procedures
Ability to engage with staff in a way that is responsive and engaging
Enjoys building working relationships and working with a team
If you are a motivated, resourceful, engaged, and respectful individual that possesses the qualities listed above, and you are interested in joining our team, please click on the link below to learn more.
Departmental Technician 7-E9 Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/TOS Admin Support Dept Tech 7-9 Position Description (1).pdf)
Departmental Technician 10 Position Description
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Required Education and Experience
Education
Education typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Departmental Technician 7
One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 7-level in state service.
Departmental Technician 8
One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 8-level in state service.
OR
One year of experience as a technician or paraprofessional equivalent to the entry level in state service.
Departmental Technician E9
One year of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.
OR
One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.
OR
Two years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate level in state service.
Departmental Technician 10
Two years of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.
OR
Two years of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service.
OR
Three years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced level in state service.
Alternate Education and Experience
Departmental Technician 7
Completion of two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits) may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Departmental Technician 8
Possession of a bachelor’s degree may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Departmental Technician E9
Possession of a bachelor’s degree and one year of job-related experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Departmental Technician 10
Possession of a bachelor’s degree and one year of professional experience may be substituted for the experience requirement.
Note: Experience is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree.
Additional Requirements and Information
Please attach a cover letter and detailed resume to your application. If applicable, 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 regardingofficial 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 for remote work up to five days per week. The selected candidate must have a safe and appropriate designated workspace or workstation for performance of work. A secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload is required. Please note that occasional onsite work will be required.
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.
The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-Verify 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 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 FTINPRINT 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.
View the entire job specification at:http://www.michigan.gov/documents/DepartmentalTechnician_12525_7.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
01
DPTLTCH – Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school?
Yes
No
02
DPTLTCH – Please select your level of experience.
At least one year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 7-level in state service OR completion of at least two years of college (60 semester or 90 term credits).
At least One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 8-level in state service. OR One year of experience as a technician or paraprofessional equivalent to the entry level in state service. OR possession of a Bachelor's degree in any major.
At least One year of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. OR One year of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. OR Two years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate level in state service. OR possession of a Bachelor's degree in any major and at least one year of job-related experience.
At least Two years of experience as a supervisor of administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. OR Two years of experience performing administrative support activities equivalent to the 9-level in state service. OR Three years of experience as a technician or paraprofessional, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced level in state service.
03
Select your level of proficiency for verbally communicating with a variety of internal and external customers.
Poor
Fair
Good
Excellent
04
Briefly describe your experience communicating verbally with a variety of customers. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
05
Do you have experience with the following methods of written communication? (Check all that apply.)
Creating and attaching meeting agendas
Composing e-mail communication for distribution to more than 50 people
Creating Job Aids
Creating forms and routing through e-signature
None of the above
06
Briefly describe your written communication experience from the previous question. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
07
How many years of experience do you have working in a position that requires the ability to multi-task and continually re-prioritize job assignments?
None
Less than one year
One to two years
Two to three years
Three to four years
Five or more years
08
Briefly describe your experience collaborating with diverse teams as well as diverse individuals. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
09
Do you have experience with the following? (Check all that apply.)
Analyzing data
Making recommendations based on research
Working with confidential data
None of the above
10
Briefly describe the two skills that are important for effective communication. Describe how you have demonstrated both skills in your work-related experience. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
11
Briefly describe your experience working with human resources information and systems (HRIS). If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
12
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
13
If you qualify for this position by possessing college education, 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.)
Yes
No
N/A
14
If you answered no to the previous question, please explain why. Otherwise, please 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
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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