State Administrative Manager 15 (Project Manager)
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State Administrative Manager 15 (Project Manager)
Salary
$93,681.00 - $134,751.00 Annually
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
4702-25-3374-KS
Department
Corrections - Central Office
Opening Date
04/01/2025
Closing Date
4/8/:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
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Job Description
The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.
MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department. The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families. Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.
This position has the ability to be a hybrid position for up to 50% of the pay period. The selected candidate is expected to work a minimum of the first two weeks in the office to assist in learning the position.
This position manages Program Analysts within the Project Management Unit supporting all programs areas of the MDOC. The Project Manager will oversee the Project Analysts as they facilitate the development, communication and implementation of project plans as assigned. The scope of the assigned projects will include initiatives from every aspect of the Department from onboarding new contractual vendors to implementing new policies and manuals. The Project Manager will manage work priorities for the Project Management Unit, assist in the allocation of resources and other means of facilitation by the Project Analysts. Project Analysts accomplish facilitation by identifying and defining program area practices, in addition to collecting and organizing relevant data required for the project. This is accomplished by scheduling and leading stakeholders effected by the project to include those within and outside of the Department as appropriate. Oversight by the Project Manager of the facilitation will ensure that project plans include a comprehensive communication strategy, timelines, and milestones to keep projects on track and ensure the success of each project. Each project plan shall also ensure that program area requirements of the project are met while ensuring compliance with MDOC Policy and procedure along with any applicable laws or other regulatory requirements. The Project Manager will ensure the Project Analysts provide the deliverables to the program areas as well as assistance in the development of a monitoring plan in collaboration with the assigned Contract Monitoring Team to ensure the successful transition of the project to appropriate stakeholders, including the MDOC's monitoring unit. Once the transition is complete and the deliverables are operational then the Project Analyst will ensure that all project documentation is complete, with any lessons learned being debriefed with stakeholders and the Project Management Unit Manager. The Project Manager will continue to assess, monitor, and report on staff training and performance. This information will be used to identify training to continuously develop and improve staff skillsets.
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Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Experience
Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.
Alternate Education and Experience
Education level typically acquired through completion of high school and two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or, one year 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
New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification. All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.
Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services. All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards.
As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest, please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application.Ethical Standards and Conduct(Note: you do not need to fill out the form)
Certain positions may require a criminal history background check.
The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017. Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.
All required documents must be attached and submitted at the time of application for further consideration.Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV to be considered.
Interested applicants who are attaching transcripts must attach a copy of yourofficialcollege transcripts indicating the specific type of degree earned and the conferred/graduation date.(Un-official or web-based transcripts will not be accepted.)More information regarding what constitutes an official transcript can be foundhere . If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please call the Office of Career Services toll free at 1-.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator 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 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
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 at
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.
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