Salary: $35.28 - $52.61 Hourly
Location : Lansing, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Job Number: 4709-26-7620-DEPTLMGR-CV
Department: Corrections - Michigan State Industries
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/14/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

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 will provide direct supervision and operational oversight for all MDOC factory sales and marketing. This position oversees staff assigned to Marketing and Sales, as well as expansion efforts in the services market. This position oversees development and implementation of goals and objectives as outlined by MSI Administration, by using modern management methods, Lean principles, strategic planning and computer technology. This position ensures the future success of MSI by building positive relationships with customers while working to grow MSI manufacturing opportunities with current and new prospective business partners in a competitive market. The Sales Manager is empowered to make suggestions related to staffing, equipment, building use, raw materials, product lines and production schedules, and focuses on Building Bridges to Success through MSI's division values of PARTNERSHIP. Frequent travel to various operations will be required, travel to customers throughout the State of Michigan, travel to attend MSI Trade Shows and Conferences (in state and out of state). Direct prisoner contact and/or supervision are possible.
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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
Alternative experience qualifications of nonprofessional experience, previously identified by the appointing authority and approved by Civil Service, will be accepted as a substitute for the required classified, professional experience for the classification. The nonprofessional experience must be related to departmental programs and services that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Individuals appointed must possess the department-specific alternative experience for positions within that agency only.
MDOC Experience ONLY

Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree and the experience listed below OR two additional years of the stated experience to substitute for the degree.
Two years of MDOC experience as an Assistant Resident Unit Supervisor 11, Corrections Shift Supervisor 11, Departmental Supervisor 11, Food Services Supervisor 11, Corrections Shift Supervisor 12, Departmental Supervisor 12, Fire Safety Supervisor 12, Industries Supervisor 12, or Medical Records Examiner Supervisor 12.
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 your official college 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 found here. If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please call the Office of Career Services toll free at 1-800-788-1766.

01

Do you possess at least four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level?ORA bachelor’s degree with at least two years of MDOC experience as an Assistant Resident Unit Supervisor 11, Corrections Shift Supervisor 11, Departmental Supervisor 11, Food Services Supervisor 11, Corrections Shift Supervisor 12, Departmental Supervisor 12, Fire Safety Supervisor 12, Industries Supervisor 12, or Medical Records Examiner Supervisor 12?OREducational level typically acquired through completion of high school and at least four years of MDOC experience as an Assistant Resident Unit Supervisor 11, Corrections Shift Supervisor 11, Departmental Supervisor 11, Food Services Supervisor 11, Corrections Shift Supervisor 12, Departmental Supervisor 12, Fire Safety Supervisor 12, Industries Supervisor 12, or Medical Records Examiner Supervisor 12?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess at least four years of professional experience in sales?

• Yes
• No

03

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please explain.
04

How many years of supervisory and/or leadership experience do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 years
• 5-10 years
• More than 10 years

05

How many years of experience do you have communicating with customers?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-5 years
• 5-10 years
• More than 10 years

06

If you indicated you have experience in the previous question, describe your experience. If you do not have experience, please enter N/A.
07

Please describe your experience maintaining customer relationships. If you do not have experience, please enter N/A.
08

Are you available to travel on short or no notice, including overnights?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have experience working a trade show or a conference booth?

• Yes
• No

10

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please explain.
11

Do you understand that some responsibilities of this position will take place inside correctional institutions, including staff training and meetings?

• Yes
• No

12

Did you attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

• Yes
• No