Salary : $96,491.00 - $138,794.00 Annually
Location : Lansing, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 4301-26-CSA-JJ-183-FILL
Department: Health and Human Services - Central Office
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/7/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

Job Description
This position functions as the statewide manager with complex responsibilities across different programs and functions. The position provides leadership for the planning and implementation of the Juvenile Justice (JJ) Reform Task Force recommendations.
To be considered for this position you must:

• apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• relevant experience and/or education referred to in supplemental questions must be documented in resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• attach a cover letter.
• if applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here:
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

The physical location of this position is 235 South Grand Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.

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.

Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:

• A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
• A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
• Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.

The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
For information about this specific position, please email Ellicia Jackson at Please reference the job posting number in subject line.
If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.



Updated: 2/28/24
01

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. OR at 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; OR at 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; OR at least an educational 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

02

Do you possess at least a juris doctorate or master's degree in any major?

• Yes
• No

03

Select the number of years of experience you possess managing staff or leading a team responsible for a major system/project.

• 5 or more years
• 3-5 years
• 1-2 years
• Less than 1 year
• None

04

How many years of professional experience working in the Juvenile Justice systems?

• 15 or more years
• 10-15 years
• 5-10 years
• 3-4 years
• 1-2 years
• Less than 1 year

05

Do you possess advance level of knowledge and experience with Michigan's Juvenile Justice system? If you possess this knowledge and experience, you must document this in your application to allow for accurate screening.

• Yes
• No

06

Please describe your experience with Michigan's Judicial system. If you do not possess this experience, write "N/A". If your response does not fit in the box below, please write "see attachment" in the box and attach your response as a separate document to your application materials.
07

Do you possess an advanced level of knowledge and experience with the Michigan Legislature? If you possess this knowledge and experience, you must document this in your application to allow for accurate screening.

• Yes
• No

08

Please describe your experience analyzing and interpreting juvenile justice law and policy?
09

Have you ever been involved in reform efforts to improve systems? If you possess this knowledge and experience, you must document this in your application to allow for accurate screening.

• Yes
• No

10

Explain how your work experience and education have prepared you for this position.
11

Do you have experience interpreting, writing, or developing business materials such as forms, plans, or trainings?

• Yes
• No

12

Please describe your experience with interpreting, writing, or developing business materials such as forms, plans, or trainings? If you do not possess this experience, please write "N/A".
13

How would you reach and serve various groups or traditionally underserved communities?
14

From the options below, which accurately describes your current status? (A current state employee works for an actual state department such as the Department of Corrections, the Department of Transportation, etc.)

• A current Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee
• A Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee in layoff status
• A current State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee