Departmental Analyst 9-P11 (Mobility Innovations Project Manager) - Passenger Transportation

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Michigan, through the Michigan Department of Transportation, seeks a Mobility Innovations Project Manager to advance transit and mobility solutions across Michigan. This role operates at the nexus of public transportation, technology, innovation, and project management, coordinating with transit agencies and MDOT partners to fund, implement, monitor, and evaluate cutting-edge mobility initiatives.

A bachelor’s degree is required, with strong analytical and organizational skills and the

Qualifications

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Help develop, fund, implement, monitor and evaluate mobility projects involving emerging technologies.
• Collaborate with transit agencies and MDOT partners to advance innovative mobility solutions.
• Translate complex requirements into actionable next steps and provide data-driven recommendations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Research skills

Relationship building

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Help Shape the Future of Mobility in Michigan

The Michigan Department of Transportation’s Office of Passenger Transportation is seeking a Mobility Innovations Project Manager to help advance innovative transit and mobility solutions across Michigan.

This position works at the intersection of public transportation, technology, innovation, and project management. You’ll work with transit agencies and MDOT partners to help develop, fund, implement, monitor, and evaluate projects involving emerging technologies, alternative fuels, mobile applications, automation, fare technology, and innovative mobility solutions.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is curious, analytical, organized, and ready to take ownership of projects. A strong candidate will:

• Enjoy researching new ideas, technologies, and approaches.
• Be comfortable managing multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities.
• Take initiative and work independently while knowing when to ask questions or elevate an issue.
• Be able to turn complex requirements into practical next steps.
• Communicate effectively and build strong relationships with partners.
• Use data, research, and critical thinking to solve problems and make recommendations.
• Be willing to challenge “the way we’ve always done it” while understanding the importance of accountability and responsible use of public funds.

You don’t need to be a technology expert. We’re looking for someone with strong analytical and project-management skills, intellectual curiosity, sound judgment, and a willingness to learn.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (9) level through the maximum rate at the experienced (P11) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.

For additional information, please see the links below:

• Departmental Analyst 9-P11 position description
• All about MDOT

For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

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.

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 professionalexperience.

Departmental Analyst P11

Two years of professionalexperience, 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‑duties experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement.

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

MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre‑employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

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

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.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact [e-mail].