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Michigan Energy Assistance Program Administration Specialist (Departmental Specialist 13)

Salary

$31.06 - $46.36 Hourly

Location

Lansing, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

6401-24-PSC-078 DS13

Department

Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - LARA

Opening Date

01/14/2025

Closing Date

1/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

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Job Description

Online application must contain all detailed education and experience. It will be used as the primary source for the initial review of your application.

This position serves as the expert and State of Michigan specialist on issues related to the Michigan Public Service Commission’s administration of Michigan Energy Assistance Program (MEAP), and future grant programs. Act 615 of the Michigan Public Acts of 2012was enacted on March 28, 2013 creating the Michigan Energy Assistance Act. Public Act 95 of the Michigan Public Acts of 2013 (MCL460.9t) was enacted creating the Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF). The Act allows the Michigan Public Service Commission to annually approve a low-income energy assistance funding factor, not to exceed $50,000,000 to fund the LIEAF. Department of Health and Human Services (DHS/DHHS) has entered an Interagency agreement with the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) to perform the administration and monitoring of the MEAP that provides energy assistance to eligible low income households statewide. Responsibilities include serving as liaison and advisor to the Commissioners, Division Director, Manager, LARA and other state agencies on issues related to the MEAP. This position independently researches, collects data, develops project concepts, and provides analyses and recommendations regarding potential projects to be funded by the LIEAF. The MEAP Specialist advises and coordinates with commission and other department staff in developing the complex and highly technical requests for proposals for all grants, and contracts for services that are funded through the LIEAF and related federal funds. The position is responsible for administering, monitoring, and implementing grants and contracts for MEAP, the services funded by the LIEAF, and other funding sources.

For the full position description clickhere (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/6401%20DEPSPL2J55N%20UpdatePD1142025.pdf)

LARA is proud to be Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

For more information about our department, we invite you to visit us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/michiganLARA/) , Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/michiganLARA) and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/MichiganLARA) .

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises. Any applicant that is suspected of using AI software for any portion of the selection process may be screened out.

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

Michigan Public Service Commission is proud to be an equal employment workplace that values inclusion & diversity. In an effort to minimize implicit bias, the Michigan Public Service Commission is removing/protecting applicant personal identifying information. For best results include detailed education and experience in the online application for review. Do not put “see resume” instead of listing duties under your work experience.

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

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

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

• Yes

• No

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  Did you attach a copy of your official transcripts/foreign degree evaluation? Failure to attach official transcripts/foreign degree evaluation may result in your application being screened out of this hiring process.

• Yes

• No

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  Please select the years of grant/contracts management experience you possess:

• Over 5 years

• 3-5 years

• 1-3 years

• Less than 1 year

• No Experience

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  Describe your experience managing grants/contracts. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A.

  06

  Please select the years of experience you possess reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating budgets:

• Over 5 years

• 3-5 years

• 1-3 years

• Less than 1 year

• No Experience

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  Describe your experience providing review, analysis and/or evaluation of budgets. If you don't possess this experience, please enter N/A.

  08

  Describe your experience developing, utilizing or maintaining spreadsheets. If you do not possess this experience, please enter N/A.

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Agency

State of Michigan

Department

Licensing and Regulatory Affairs - LARA

Address

LARA-ohrinfo@michigan.gov

611 West Ottawa

Lansing, Michigan, 48933

Phone

517-241-1196

517-335-9700

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