Departmental Specialist 13 - Legislative Liaison
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Departmental Specialist 13 - Legislative Liaison
Salary
$29.58 - $44.15 Hourly
Location
To Be Determined - TBD, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
1801-24-UI-LC-061
Department
LEO-Labor and Econ Opportunity
Opening Date
05/01/2024
Closing Date
5/15/2024 4:00 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Description
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Job Description
At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our Department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan's vast pipeline of opportunities. Learn more atwww.michigan.gov/LEO.
This position functions as the professional legislative specialist and liaison for the Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA). The incumbent is responsible for researching, drafting, and advising on all phases of the legislative and rule making processes. It frequently interacts with Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) legislative affairs staff, elected officials and House and Senate office staff, the Governor's Office, the Department of Attorney General, and the U.S. Department of Labor.
This position coordinates meetings, prepares materials, and delivers presentations at legislative committee hearings, community based events, before the UIA's Modernization Workgroup, and in other forums with stakeholder groups. It is responsible for responding to constituent inquiries and tracking pending state and federal legislation, regulations, and relevant U.S. Department of Labor guidance impacting the administration and oversight of the unemployment compensation program. This position drafts legislative analysis and proposed amendments and compiles legislative reports and policy summaries. This position is also responsible for drafting requests for rule making and drafting or revising rules. This position also serves as the UIA's tribal coordinator under the Governor's Executive Directive 2019-7 and attends policy conferences and events on behalf of the UIA.
Depending on the selected candidate, the official work location for this position will be located in Lansing or Detroit.
Departmental Specialist 13 - Legislative Liaison (Position Description) (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/Position Description - Dept Specialist (1).pdf)
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Master's degree or juris doctorate 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.
Additional Requirements and Information
Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and 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, date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable,if it contains the elements listed above. The college/university does not have to send the transcript directly to LEO. For more information regarding official transcripts,click here (https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdcs/OfficialTranscript_693831_7.pdf) (Download PDF reader).
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 toevaluators (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.
Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
All classified employees are subject toCivil Service Rule 2-8 Ethical Standards and Conductand will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee.
Salary for this position is entirely federally funded. Under federal law an employee whose salary is entirely federally funded may not be a candidate for public office in a partisan election.
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Certain positions within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity may also require state criminal, fingerprint-based and driving record background checks. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the background checks and drug test indicate eligibility for employment.
The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates inE-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.
Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV. If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please contact the NEOGOV applicant support at 855-524-5627.
View the entire job specification at:
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/DepartmentalSpecialist_12523_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.
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