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State of Michigan Departmental Analyst 9-P11 in Various, Michigan
Departmental Analyst 9-P11
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Departmental Analyst 9-P11
Salary
$24.92 - $40.51 Hourly
Location
Various, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
2701-26-15-7
Department
Treasury
Opening Date
04/16/2026
Closing Date
4/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Description
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Job Description
This position may work in Lansing or Detroit.
The Michigan Department of Treasury is seeking a highly motivated and detail-orientedDepartmental Analystto serve as one of the primary staff overseeing exemption programs administered under the General Property Tax Act.
This position is responsible for evaluating and processing exemption applications, applying expert knowledge of state tax laws, and preparing recommendations for the State Tax Commission. Additional responsibilities include developing and distributing program resources, maintaining and enhancing web content, supporting data collection and reporting efforts, and ensuring departmental procedures for exemption processing remain accurate and up-to-date.
As a subject matter expert, the Departmental Analyst will provide interdepartmental support for program administration, develop and maintain division forms and webpages, and advise local government officials on statutory requirements and application procedures. The position will also design, develop, and deliver training programs for stakeholders.
Key Qualifications and Skills
• Strong understanding of state tax law, particularly the General Property Tax Act and PRE statutes
• Excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to evaluate complex documents and statutory requirements
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft clear and concise reports
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, policies, and procedures
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Experience developing training materials and delivering presentations to diverse audiences
• Proficiency with webpage maintenance, resource design, and digital content management
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal staff, local government officials, and external stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and adapt to evolving program needs
• Professionalism and sound judgment, especially when representing the Department during conferences and appeal proceeding
View the Departmental Analyst 9-P11 position description here (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/DEPTALTE735NPD.pdf) .
View the Departmental Analyst 9-P11 job specification here (https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalAnalyst.pdf) .
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Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Experience
Departmental Analyst 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Departmental Analyst 10
One year of professional experience.
Departmental Analyst P11
Two years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate (10) level in state service.
Note: A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree.Qualifying ‘professional experience’ is only taken into consideration post-bachelor’s degree.
Alternate Education and Experience
Military Experience
For those applicants with military service, please provide your DD214 or other official military documentation that may help identify transferable skills and experience that may qualify in lieu of the required education.
Departmental Analyst 9 - P11
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement.
Additional Requirements and Information
Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) to your application.(Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Official Transcripts.For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, and must be recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) (https://www.chea.org/search-institutions) . A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, provided it contains the elements listed above. Review more information regarding official transcripts (https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/neogov/OfficialTranscript.pdf?rev=b0798c88b0704c4c8feaf3e3e9d1bf80) .
Foreign Transcripts.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 CHEA. (https://www.chea.org/search-institutions) Go to evaluators (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.
Work must be performed in the state of Michigan.If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position prior tobeing appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.
Hybrid Remote Work.This position is eligible to work remotely on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and must work onsite Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For remote work performance, this position requires a designated, secure, and appropriate workspace with reliable internet access (minimum 25 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload). Remote work arrangements are subject to management approval and may be adjusted or discontinued at any time.
E-Verify. The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-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.
Interviews.Interviews may occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary. Instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview using Microsoft Teams.
AI. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software is prohibited. If it is substantiated that AI was used in the process, your application may be removed from consideration.
Note:Submitting an application for this position does not guarantee you will be contacted for further consideration. Only applicants selected for an interview will be notified of the results. All applicants may monitor the status of their application through their NEOGOV profile.
The Michigan Department of Treasury is proud to be recognized at the Gold Level as a Veteran-Friendly Employer.
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. Please view Student Loan 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
01
DEPTALT - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in any major. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. OR at least one year of professional level experience in the state classified service. OR the Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement. Please attach a copy of your DD214.
Yes
No
02
DEPTALT – Please select your level of experience.
None to one year of professional experience.
One to two years of professional experience.
Two to three years of professional experience.
At least three years of professional experience.
03
How many years of experience do you have working in local, state, or federal government?
None to less than one year
One to three years
Three to five years
More than five years
04
How many years of experience do you have responding to customer questions or complaints over the phone or by email?
None to less than one year
One to three years
Three to five years
More than five years
05
How many years of experience do you have researching documents and applications to interpret policy or procedures?
None to less than one year
One to three years
Three to five years
More than five years
06
Please briefly describe your experience researching documents and applications to interpret policy or procedures. If you have no experience, please enter N/A.
07
Please choose the response that best describes your aptitude to work alone.
Prefer continuous direction from manager.
Occasionally challenged at times to maintain motivation.
Self motivated, minimal to no direction is needed.
08
Please elaborate on the response you selected regarding your aptitude to work alone.
09
If selected candidate is based out of the Detroit office, routine travel to the Lansing office will be required to complete onsite work assignments related to activities in support of the State Tax Commission. Do you understand and agree to the travel requirements for this position?
Yes
No
N/A as I would be based out of the Lansing office.
10
Did you attach your cover letter and detailed resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Yes
No
11
If you qualify for this position by possessing a bachelor's degree or military experience, did you remember to attach a copy of your OFFICIAL college/university transcript(s) or DD214 to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Yes
No
N/A - I am a current or previous State of Michigan employee and I possess the required experience as detailed in the position description.
12
If you answered no to the previous question, please explain why.
13
Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Do you currently reside in Michigan or if offered the position, would plan to relocate to Michigan?
Yes
No
14
Do you understand this job requires working onsite on Tuesdays and Wednesdays?
Yes
No
15
From the options below, which accurately describes your current employment status? (A current State employee works for an actual State Department, such as Department of Corrections (DOC) or Department of Transportation (MDOT), etc.)
Not a State of Michigan employee (I have never been employed by the State)
A current Michigan Department of Treasury employee
A current State of Michigan (non-Treasury) employee
A previous State of Michigan employee
Required Question
Employer
State of Michigan
Department
Treasury
Address
TreasuryOHR@michigan.gov
430 West Allegan Street
Lansing, Michigan, 48922
Phone
517-335-7508
Website
https://www.michigan.gov/treasurycareers
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