Executive Secretary E10 - Office of Public and Governmental Affairs
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Executive Secretary E10 - Office of Public and Governmental Affairs
Salary
$51,916.80 - $69,555.20 Annually
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
3103-26-056DC
Department
Education
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
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Job Description
The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and guidance to approximately 200,000 school district staff serving approximately 1.5 million students in public and non-public schools and 39,000 students in special education transition services. In addition, MDE provides administrative support and supervision for the Michigan School for the Deaf and the Library of Michigan.
MDE is responsible for state education leadership in a local control state and works to implement state and federal education laws, disburse state and federal resources, license educators, develop state summative assessments and accountability systems, create state academic standards, and coordinate school health and nutrition programs. In addition, in developing and promoting the state's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, MDE works with partner education entities and stakeholders to improve public education for children across the state. MDE's role in the improvement of public education extends to providing information and feedback to public policy-makers, convening educators on public policy issues, recommending draft language on legislation, and developing guidance to districts on statutory changes adopted at the state and federal levels.
Join a team of highly trained and educated individuals committed to supporting learners and learning in Michigan. Serving students, parents, families, educators, and communities within a culture that promotes excellence and respects diversity, our work is meaningful and impactful.
As a State of Michigan employee, you will receive a competitive wage and benefit package that values your experience and skills. You will join a team of more than 400 professionals at the department and almost 50,000 in state government who are committed to excellence in public service.
The Office of Public and Governmental Affairs is the official source of news, information, and outreach involving the Michigan Department of Education and State Board of Education programs, policies, and initiatives, as well as the liaison between the department and state and federal legislators.
The office oversees:
· Media relations with local, state, and national television, radio, print, and online media on newsworthy department programs, policies, initiatives, and actions
· Government relations - helps provide technical assistance and guidance to members of the state and federal legislatures regarding education policies and systems in Michigan
· Strategic planning on department initiatives and message development
· Internal communications tools and strategies to share department and state government information to management and staff, including all-staff meetings, employee newsletters, and the department's Intranet online information resource
· Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and responses
Primary Physical Work Address - Position is located at the John Hannah Building, 608 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan. A hybrid flexible schedule of in-person and remote work arrangement is available.
Position Summary -This position provides executive administrative support to the Office of Public and Governmental Affairs (OPGA) within the Michigan Department of Education (MDE). The position handles a full range of day-to-day operations of OPGA with the ability to anticipate additional needs in given situations. The position coordinates office management activities and works cooperatively with OPGA, the superintendent's office, and department staff. The position provides experienced secretarial support for various functions of the office as directed by the director and oversees assignments and follow-up on requests from the superintendent, State Board of Education, legislature, media, and others as required. The position also oversees and performs other functions necessary for the day-to-day operations of the office and performs other duties as assigned.
Position Description:Executive Secretary E10 (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/OPGAEXSEC10.pdf)
Job Specification:Executive Secretary E10 (https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/E/ExecutiveSecretary.pdf)
State of Michigan Benefits:
Required Education and Experience
Please review the job specification and the position description for the full list of responsibilities, required education and experience, and knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Alternate Education and Experience
Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Additional Requirements and Information
Some positions may require a current or past possession of a Michigan's teacher's certificate or one comparable to the one issued in Michigan.
Your submittal is considered complete with the following required documents:
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
