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Departmental Specialist 13 - PDB / MCOLES / Administrative Services Section

Salary

$31.06 - $46.36 Hourly

Location

Lansing, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Job Number

5501-24178A-JG

Department

State Police

Opening Date

12/23/2024

Closing Date

1/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

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Job Description

This position serves as program specialist responsible for the MCOLES Information and Tracking Network (MITN). This network is the single system through which law enforcement agencies, basic law enforcement training providers, and law enforcement in-service training providers complete mandatory reporting as required by PA 203 of 1965 and PA 302 of 1982 and the respective administrative rules promulgated under these acts. The creation and implementation of MITN was mandated by Executive Order 2001-2. The essential job functions of this position are to serve as the system administrator for MITN; serve as the statewide recognized resource for MITN, ensuring that the system meets Commission and constituent needs; conduct research and analysis to evaluate, design, and implement components of MCOLES database and document management applications; participate with executive management in policy development and procedures related to the business processes of MCOLES; and act as liaison with system engineers, MSP and DTMB information technology personnel, and end-users consisting of both MCOLES personnel and constituent agencies located across the state (Michigan’s law enforcement agencies, law enforcement officers, criminal justice academies, prosecutors, and the courts). This position is required to perform all duties in a bias free manner.

Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/MCOLESMITNSpecialist.pdf)

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.

Additional Requirements and Information

This position requires passing a pre-employment screening, including passing a drug screen, criminal history background check, and a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police.

Please attach a cover letter/memo, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted.

Please note: Applicants will be screened out for failure to attach the required resume, cover letter/memo, and (if applicable) official transcripts to their application.

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.

View the entire job specification at:

https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalSpecialist.pdf

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.

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 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.

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

  02

  DEPSPL - Do you possess at least four years of professional experience?

• Yes

• No

  03

  MSPSOR - Where did you see or hear about this job vacancy?

• State of Michigan Job Opportunities Website

• College Communications

• Social Media - Facebook

• Social Media - LinkedIn

• Social Media - Twitter

• Social Media - Other

• Internet

• Job/Career Fair

• Family/Friend

• Professional association or organization

• Newsletter

• Billboard

• Other

  04

  MSPCRIMHST - Please check all that apply.

• Convicted of a felony (provide date, offense, location and disposition below)

• Convicted of a misdemeanor (provide date, offense, location and disposition below)

• Felony criminal charges are pending (please explain below)

• None

  05

  MSPCRIMHST1 - If "Yes," please describe each with the respective date, offense, location, and disposition. If not applicable, please indicate N/A.

  06

  MSPNEP - Please review theAnti-Nepotism Policy (https://public.powerdms.com/MSP1917/documents/1915192) . For this selection, is there a potential to violate the policy?

• Yes

• No

  07

  MSPNEP1 - If you responded yes to potentially violating theAnti-Nepotism Policy (https://public.powerdms.com/MSP1917/documents/1915192) , please provide the name and relationship of the individual. If none, please respond N/A.

  08

  How many years of experience do you have researching and developing information systems?

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1 - 3 years

• 3 - 5 years

• More than 5 years

  09

  Describe your experience in the research and development of information systems. Include the name of each application, its purpose, and tools used.

  10

  How many years of experience do you have using database applications?

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1 - 3 years

• 3 - 5 years

• More than 5 years

  11

  Describe your experience in using database applications. Include the name of each application and your role as it relates to the application.

  12

  How many years of experience do you have researching and developing best practices?

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1 - 3 years

• 3 - 5 years

• More than 5 years

  13

  Describe your experience in the research and development of best business practices. Include the program or area researched, methodology used, and outcome.

  14

  How many years of experience do you have developing system documentation, end user guides and/or training tools to be used by internal or external customers?

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1 - 3 years

• 3 - 5 years

• More than 5 years

  15

  Describe your experience in the development of system documentation, end user guides and/or training tools for use by internal or external customers. Attach a sample that you have authored with the supplemental documents; remove vendor or proprietary information as necessary.

  16

  How many years of experience do you have interacting with the criminal justice community?

• None

• Less than 1 year

• 1 - 3 years

• 3 - 5 years

• More than 5 years

  17

  Describe any experience you have interacting with the criminal justice community.

  18

  MSPDOCS - Have you attached all of the following required documents within the attachments section of your application?

• Cover letter/memo

• Resume

• Official Transcript (if applicable)

Failure to attach the required documents to your application will result in your application being screened out.

• Yes

• No

  19

  Did you attach a sample of a system documentation, end user guides and/or training tool that you authored for use by an internal or external customers?

• Yes

• No

  20

  EQUIVALENCY – If you do not meet the standard education and experience requirements in the job specification, do you believe that other education and experience provide you the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties listed in the position description?

• Yes

• No

  21

  EQUIVALENCY - If you answered yes to the previous question, please be as detailed as possible in describing the education and experience you would like considered, including providing credits earned and specific dates and hours worked per week.

  Required Question

Agency

State of Michigan

Department

State Police

Address

MSPJobs@michigan.gov

7150 Harris Drive

Dimondale, Michigan, 48821

Phone

517-284-3175

Website

https://mspjobs.michigan.gov/civilian-careers

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