Departmental Analyst (Trainee) 9-12

State of Michigan; Dimondale (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Michigan, Treasury Department, Special Taxes Division, seeks an innovative, detail-oriented Departmental Analyst to help improve processes, support system enhancements, and strengthen service experiences for internal and external customers.

This professional pathway covers multiple levels (DA 9-12) with education and experience requirements, including a bachelor's degree and professional experience, and emphasizes careful documentation, data analysis, and cross-team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Professional experience as defined for Departmental Analyst 9-12 (DA9-12).
• Military experience substitutions may apply for education/experience requirements.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Treasury’s Special Taxes Division is seeking an innovative, detail-oriented professional who is energized by improving processes, enhancing system functionality, and strengthening the experience of both internal and external customers. This position supports the Tobacco Tax and Miscellaneous Taxes and Fees units, as well as the overall mission and goals of the Division. When tasked with unique challenges, you won’t be facing them alone – you’ll be supported by a collaborative team of solution-oriented and customer-focused professionals.

Are you…

• A proactive self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys taking initiative on system improvement projects?
• An adaptable problem-solver who embraces change and helps others navigate new processes with clarity and confidence?
• A strong communicator who can translate complex technical or procedural information into clear, user-friendly guidance for diverse audiences?
• Skilled in analyzing data, developing custom queries, and using insights to support decision-making and refined business processes?
• Motivated by tackling unique challenges through research, teamwork, and thoughtful recommendations for process, policy, or system enhancements?

If this sounds like you and you are interested in joining our team, review the information below to learn more.

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Education for Departmental Analyst 9-12

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience for Departmental Analyst 9-12

Please Note: A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree. Qualifying 'professional experience' is only considered post bachelor's degree.

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 12

Three years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service.

Education and Experience for Departmental Analyst (Departmental Trainee) 9 (FOR CLASSIFIED STATE EMPLOYEES ONLY)

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience

• Four years of experience as an advanced 9-level worker in an ECP Group One classification.
• Three years of experience as an E9, E10, or E11-level worker in an ECP Group One classification.
• Two years of experience as an experienced level worker in an ECP Group One technician or paraprofessional classification.
• Two years of experience as a first-line supervisor in an ECP Group Three classification.
• One year of experience as a second-line supervisor in an ECP Group Three classification.

*Paraprofessional classifications are those requiring an associate's degree or two years of college.

Educational Substitution

College credits may be substituted on a proportional basis (one year of college education may substitute for one quarter of the required experience) for up to one half of the required experience.

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.

Military experience: For those applicants with military service, please provide your DD214 or other official military documentation that may help identify transferable skills and experience that may qualify in lieu of the required education.

Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) to your application. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)

Official Transcripts. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, and must be recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. Review more information regarding official transcripts.