Salary : $117,682.00 - $159,990.00 Annually
Location : Lansing, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 3901-26-HS-SBHS-137-FILL
Department: Health and Human Services - Central Office
Opening Date: 09/21/2026
Closing Date: 10/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

Job Description
This position manages, directs and controls the operations of professional staff providing consultation and guidance to the publicly funded behavioral health service system to ensure compliance with the evidence-based and/or best practice services as outlined and required in the 1115 Behavioral Health demonstration, 1915(i) State Plan services, 1915(c) waivers, the Medicaid expansion program, the Community Mental Health Services Block Grant and Federal Law requirements impacting these services. The individuals served by these programs include those with intellectual/developmental disabilities, serious mental illness, serious emotional disturbance, and co-occurring disorders of mental illness and substance use. This position oversees the development, implementation and monitoring of the Community Based Services Rules requirements and oversees the collection of federally required quality data and reviews and ensures timely reporting of related reports. Coordinates the publication of changes in Medicaid Specialty Supports policy with Health Services. It directs the collection and analysis of critical incident information and assures follow-up with the PIHPs/CMHSPs. This position is responsible for addressing inquiries specific to legislative inquiries or case consultations as appropriate. It oversees the implementation of current and new initiatives serving the specialty behavioral health population such as the National Core Indicator survey, the DD Performance Improvement Team, and the Quality Improvement Council.
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.

Bachelor's degree in a human services field preferred.
Master's degree in public policy/administration, psychology, social work or other human service field preferred.

Experience
Two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist, or equivalent experience.
Alternate Education and Experience

Education level typically acquired through completion of high school and three years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or, two years 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
This positing is being reposted. If you applied previously, you do not need to apply again.

The physical location of this position is 400 South Pine Street, Lansing. 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 . 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 two years of post-degree experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. OR At least one year of professional experience in the state classified service AND at least two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialistORat least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school AND at least three years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or at least two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level.

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have any substantiated cases of abuse or neglect reported on the Department of Health and Human Services Central Registry?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have any objection to being finger printed or drug tested?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have an Intentional Program Violation from the Department of Health and Human Services?

• Yes
• No

05

How do you promote and foster an environment of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion?
06

Did you attach a cover letter and a copy of your resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

• Yes
• No

07

If applicable, did you attach a copy of an official college/university transcript to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

• Yes
• No
• Not Applicable

08

Are you a current MDHHS employee classified as a State Division Administrator 17 and interested in moving to the same classification and level at this location?

• Yes
• No

09

Please select from the options below: (Please note, actions that have been expunged, formal counseling, and layoff actions need not be reported.) Please select all that apply.

• I have been dismissed within the last two years
• I have resigned in lieu of discipline or dismissal within the last two years
• I have been suspended without pay within the last two years