Salary : $96,491.00 - $138,794.00 Annually
Location : Lansing, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 3103-26-053TH
Department: Education
Opening Date: 09/23/2026
Closing Date: 10/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Job DescriptionThe Michigan Department of Education (MDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and guidance to approximately 200,000 school district staff serving approximately 1.5 million students in public and non-public schools and 39,000 students in special education transition services. In addition, MDE provides administrative support and supervision for the Michigan School for the Deaf and the Library of Michigan.
MDE is responsible for state education leadership in a local control state and works to implement state and federal education laws, disburse state and federal resources, license educators, develop state summative assessments and accountability systems, create state academic standards, and coordinate school health and nutrition programs. In addition, in developing and promoting the state's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, MDE works with partner education entities and stakeholders to improve public education for children across the state. MDE's role in the improvement of public education extends to providing information and feedback to public policy-makers, convening educators on public policy issues, recommending draft language on legislation, and developing guidance to districts on statutory changes adopted at the state and federal levels.
As a State of Michigan employee, you will receive a competitive wage and benefit package that values your experience and skills. You will join a team of more than 400 professionals at the department and almost 50,000 in state government who are committed to excellence in public service.
Michigan Department of Education Resource for Blind/Low Vision and Resource for Deaf/Hard of Hearing (MDE RBLV and RDHH)MDE RBLV and RDHH provides consultation, training, and resources to families and educational teams serving students who are blind or low vision BLV) or deaf/hard of hearing (DHH)
MDE RBLV's and RDHH's vision is to foster equitable access to a quality education for all students who are BLV or DHH.
- Workshops and events for families and educators
- Braille, large print, and digital books for students
- American Printing House for the Blind (APH) Federal Quota products and textbooks
- Professional development materials and guides for educators
Position is located at the
Library of Michigan, 702 West Kalamazoo Street, Lansing, MI. Hybrid flexible schedule of in-person and remote work arrangement.
The employee functions as an administrative manager / program director. Michigan Department of Education Resource for Blind/Low Vision and Resource for Deaf/Hard of Hearing (MDE RBLV&RDHH) provides consultation, training, and resources to families and educational teams serving students who are BLV and/or DHH.
Position Description:
Job Specification:
State of Michigan Benefits:
Required Education and Experience Please review the job specification and the position description for the full list of responsibilities, required education and experience, and knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Alternate Education and Experience Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Additional Requirements and InformationYour submittal is considered complete with the following required documents:
- Completed Application
- Resume (entered or attached to the job posting)
- Official copy of transcripts (when necessary)
The Michigan State Employees Retirement System (MSERS) is separate from the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS). If you are currently a MPSERS retiree, there should be no impact to your MPSERS pension due to employment with the Michigan Department of Education. If you are currently eligible for a MPSERS retirement benefit and become the successful candidate for this position, you should contact the Office of Retirement Services (ORS) to determine any impact if you elect to immediately begin receiving your MPSERS retirement benefit.
AccommodationsIf 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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MDE1 - Do you understand that failure to provide all requested documentation (cover letter, resume, and transcripts) may result in elimination from the competitive process?
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MDE2 - The State of Michigan is a drug free workplace. Prospective employees will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. Do you understand this requirement?
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MDE3 - Do you currently work at the Michigan Department of Education in one of the following capacities? (The Michigan Department of Education is a department within the State of Michigan government. Michigan Public School employees are not employees of the Michigan Department of Education.)
- Current State of Michigan Department of Education employee
- Temporary Service employee
- Contractor Service employee
- None of the above
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MDE4 - Please indicate how you learned of this Michigan Department of Education job posting (e.g., State of Michigan Job Opportunities web site, MASA website, etc.).
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MDE5 - Please be aware the application review and determination of your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application packet, especially the Work Experience, Supporting Attachments (transcripts, certifications, etc.) and Supplemental Questions sections of your application. Therefore, it is imperative that you provide extensive detail and accurate dates of employment in the applicable sections of your application. It is the applicant's responsibility to attach official college transcripts to the application. For our purposes, an official college transcript must contain your name, the college name/address, the degree conferred/date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree was granted) and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. Web-based, internet, or unofficial transcripts are not acceptable. Failure to attach official transcripts may eliminate your application from the selection process. Information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses or applications without requested application materials may be eliminated from further consideration. Have you read and understood the process for submission and use of your application materials?
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MDE6 - Are the responses to your supplemental questions reflected in your application supporting materials? Please note, if information is not reflected in the supporting materials, you could be screened out.
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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.
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How many years of experience do you have reviewing documents and budgets necessitating specific requirements?
