Departmental Analyst 9-12 - External Affairs & Responsible Gaming Support

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB) is seeking an experienced Departmental Analyst to provide operational and analytical support to the External Affairs & Responsible Gaming section. The position involves researching, conducting structured analyses, preparing program materials, and coordinating information for leadership to monitor trends and evaluate program functions.

The role requires handling confidential data, developing policy materials, and supporting workflow processes within gaming

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any major.
• Analyst roles require structured analysis and data interpretation.
• Experience with program evaluation and reporting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and structured analysis to support program evaluation.
• Develop program materials and prepare reports for leadership.
• Coordinate information exchanges and policy materials.
• Execute data compilation activities and maintain information integrity.
• Support section workflows and respond to confidential/sensitive information.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Research

Policy materials development

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The experienced-level Departmental Analyst provides operational and analytical support to the External Affairs & Responsible Gaming section of the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB). Responsibilities include conducting research, performing structured analysis developing program materials, preparing reports and organizing information needed by leadership to monitor trends and evaluate program functions within applicable Acts and administrative rules. The position also manages data compilation activities, coordinates the development of policy materials, prepares process recommendations and executes section-level workflows. This position is routinely assigned projects involving confidential and sensitive information requiring strong organizational and analytical capabilities maintain of the integrity of gaming oversight. The role also performs a full range of assignments to ensure the integrity of gaming and compliance with laws, regulations, and approved internal control procedures within gaming industries operating under the Lawful Internet Gaming Act, the Lawful Sports Betting Act, the Fantasy Contest Consumer Protection Act, the Bingo Act, the Michigan Gaming Control & Revenue Act as amended (Acts) and administrative rules.

The advanced-level Departmental Analyst functions as the recognized resource for the External Affairs & Responsible Gaming section of the Michigan Gaming Control Board (MGCB). The role leads complex administrative operations by establishing criteria and guidelines used to evaluate the agencies’ program structures, overseeing development of program plans and reports, analyzing data, and coordinating highly sensitive information management activities. It conducts advanced review and interpretation of gaming and compliance with laws, regulations and approved internal control procedures within gaming industries operating under the Lawful Internet Gaming Act, Lawful Sports Betting Act, Fantasy Contests Consumer Protection Act, Michigan Gaming Control & Revenue Act as amended, Bingo Act (Acts) and administrative rules. This position reviews sensitive departmental and program issues and is routinely given special projects, which involves researching confidential and sensitive information for the Michigan Gaming Control Board (Board). Responsibilities include coordinating information exchanges with other gaming jurisdictions, consulting with and providing advice to the Michigan legislature, tribes, Detroit casino executives and other stakeholders.

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/D/DepartmentalAnalyst.pdf

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

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The Michigan Gaming Control Board is a state agency dedicated to ensuring the conduct of fair and honest gaming. Our agency continues to change and adapt to meet new challenges and began regulating several new forms of gaming in 2020, including onsite sports betting at the Detroit casinos, internet gaming, internet sports betting, fantasy sports, and mobile wagering for pari-mutuel horse racing. MGCB ensures fair and honest gaming to protect the interests of citizens of the State of Michigan.

As an employer, MGCB will promote and foster an inclusive environment that values diversity, promotes equity in all operations and decisions, and celebrates multiple approaches and points of view. We are committed to employee development, promotional, and growth opportunities as an agency, offering options such as career development plans, mentoring programs, and training to cultivate an atmosphere in which employees thrive while working toward future goals.

The Michigan Gaming Control Board may consider alternative and hybrid (combination of remote and in-office) work schedule requests based on the operational needs of the work area. MGCB’s main office is located at 3062 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI; however, MGCB has a satellite office in Lansing and offices located in Greektown Casino, MGM Grand – Detroit, and MotorCity Casino. Not all MGCB positions have the capability to work remotely due to the nature of the position. For positions approved to work a hybrid schedule, MGCB requires a minimum of two in-office days each week. Periodic onsite teamwork, collaboration, and communication with peers and leaders is required for all positions and is essential to the position's success and MGCB’s mission and values. Selected candidates approved to work a hybrid schedule, must complete remote work within Michigan. Eligibility for a hybrid schedule will be determined by management and is not an entitlement. Employees will be provided computers and other essential items necessary to perform state work. Employees working a hybrid schedule 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.

Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

MGCB is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience

• Departmental Analyst 9: No specific type or amount is required.
• Departmental Analyst 10: One year of professional experience.
• Departmental Analyst P11: Two years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate (10) level in state service.
• Departmental Analyst 9 - 12: Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement.

**** REQUIRED INFORMATION: 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)

Click below to review applicable policies and requirements:

• Conflict of Interest (Download PDF reader)
• Prohibited Gaming Related Activities (Download PDF reader)
• Michigan Gaming Control & Revenue Act Employment Requirements (MCL 432.204 (10)-(16))

The Board also conducts a personal reference screening, criminal background check, drug testing and federal and state tax transcript, including fingerprinting candidates prior to a conditional offer of employment. A reference check from your current or most recent supervisor is required, please include this information on your application.

Civil Service Rule 2-7 requires that all persons who are not currently state employees submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test which must be administered within 24 hours of a conditional offer or the offer may be rescinded. It is considered a refusal to test if an applicant fails to provide a sufficient sample within the allotted time. In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 2.07, an individual may be sanctioned from applying to State of Michigan vacancies, permanently or up to (3) three years, should you fail to pass/submit to the pre-employment drug test. Under Civil Service Regulation 3.06, you may be sanctioned from applying to positions with the State of Michigan, if you make any false statements or omissions of a material fact during the selection process.