Salary: $96,491.00 - $138,794.00 Annually
Location : Dimondale, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Job Number: 0801-26-22-75SF
Department: Technology, Management and Budget
Opening Date: 07/08/2026
Closing Date: 8/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

Job Description
About the position: This position functions as an Administrative Manager for MPSCS and will provide administrative oversight of the
Operations Section of the MPSCS. This involves organizing and guiding the activities and mission of the MPSCS as a whole with specific attention to the two like operational areas. Duties to include formulating and implementing policies and workflows that are efficient and logical. Coordinate work efforts that impact other areas of MPSCS and member agencies. Monitor budget tracking and planning for the section and ensure direction is aligned with the MPSCS mission. Meet with professional and member organizations as needed to tell the MPSCS story and identify any future operation challenges. Conduct weekly staff meetings to discuss operations and the status of ongoing programs and projects.
This position is responsible for the management of the IT Operations Unit and the Network Communications Center of the MPSCS. Both areas support the ongoing operations, maintenance, and enhancements to Michigan Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS) as well as other communication systems. Experience with 24x7 or shift-based operations, real-time decision-making under pressure, leadership of both technical and non-technical personnel, accountability and performance management, strong communication across multiple stakeholders, ability to prioritize and triage competing incidents and focus on mission continuity and system reliability.
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Position Location: This position is located in Dimondale, MI. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. The State of Michigan is not able to offer employment to out-of-state applicants that do not plan to relocate. The Department of Technology Management and Budget currently offers a hybrid work option which requires two days working on-site at the official work location and three days of remote work per week (subject to change).

What We Are Looking For: We are looking for a person who understands the value of public service and wants to help us meet the needs of our citizens. This person needs to be an excellent communicator, adjusting communication style and messages to varying audiences to ensure understanding. We need an individual who understands the value of standards and can advocate for them in a way that is understood and supported. Excellent customer service is core to our culture, being able to motivate and support team members, manage expectations, and conduct ourselves with integrity is key to how we work. You need to embrace diversity, have a team-oriented mindset, communicate effectively with a wide range of professionals, and have a desire to invest in the success of the Division.
If you are a self-motivated person who wants a challenge and to work in a highly paced environment, we are interested in hearing from you!

What We Offer: The State of Michigan offers competitive work experience that includes a tuition reduction program at several key higher education institutes if you would like to advance your education, good benefits, access to professional development training, excellent vacation and sick time policies, and an ability to successfully juggle your work and family life. We would like the opportunity to share with you more about the benefits of working for the state and joining the State of Michigan employee family if you are interested. Please consider sending in your application today.
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

You must attach a detailed resume, cover letter and official transcript to your application (word or pdf).Failure to do so will result in your application packet being screened out as incomplete. If applicable, attach copies of official college transcripts to your application. (Internet version of transcripts will not be accepted) Failure to attach applicable transcripts may result in your application being screened out.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

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Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

Updated: 2/28/24
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STDDADM1 - Do you possess one of the following?A bachelor's degree or higher in any major AND at least four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the P11 level or one year equivalent to the 12 level. If so, please attach a copy of your official transcripts. ORAt least an educational level typically acquired through completion of high school AND at least two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level.ORAt least an educational level typically acquired through completion of high school AND at least one year of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level.ORAt least an educational level typically acquired through completion of high school AND at least four years of professional experience including two years equivalent to the P11 level or one year equivalent to the 12 level gained in the State of Michigan classified service.

• Yes
• No

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How many years of experience do you have in a formal leadership role with managing and directing teams, evaluating employee performance, and recruiting?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

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If you indicated you have experience in leading and managing people, please describe the extent of your experience and make sure that you document this experience in the experience portion of your application. If none, type NA.
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How many years of experience do you have mentoring and coaching staff?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

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If you indicated you have experience mentoring and coaching staff, please describe your experience. If none, type NA.
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How many years of experience do you have providing leadership for the development and implementation of process improvements?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 3 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

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If you indicated you have experience providing leadership of process improvements, please describe your experience. If none, type NA.
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How many years of experience do you have monitoring work to ensure deliverables are completed within established timeframes?

• None
• Less than 1 years
• 1 to 3 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

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If you indicated you have experience monitoring and ensuring deliverables are completed within established timeframes, please describe your experience. If none, type NA.
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How many years of experience do you have ensuring Vendor efforts meet their contractual requirements/deliverables?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 3 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

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If you indicated you