Departmental Analyst (Trainee) 9-P11 - Compliance Monitoring Analyst

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking department dedicated to fostering a supportive work environment and driving economic growth in Michigan. As a Compliance Monitoring Analyst, you'll play a vital role in ensuring agricultural employers comply with regulations while supporting migrant and seasonal farmworkers. This position offers the opportunity to engage in meaningful work that impacts communities and promotes vibrant opportunities across the state. If you have a passion for data analysis, compliance, and community service, this role is a perfect fit for you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any major required.
• Fluency in Spanish and English with MSFW experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities with the SMA and conduct statewide site reviews.
• Prepare federal and state reports and recommend program improvements.

Skills

Data Analysis

Report Writing

Compliance Monitoring

Fluency in Spanish

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our department provides the connections, expertise, and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism, and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan’s vast pipeline of opportunities. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/LEO.

Position Overview

This position functions as a Compliance Monitoring Analyst (CMA) within the State Monitor Advocate (SMA) Office in the LEO-Targeted Services Division. Responsibilities include assisting the SMA with various tasks as defined by federal regulations, such as researching, analyzing, and interpreting data, drafting reports related to agricultural employer and migrant and seasonal farmworker (MSFW) employment & training activities, and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Coordinate activities and assignments with the SMA, including statewide site reviews of Michigan Works! (MW!) One Stop Service Centers.
2. Review training modules for service delivery to MSFWs and agricultural employers.
3. Conduct field visits with SMA and outreach staff.
4. Review MSFW performance data reported by outreach staff and service centers.
5. Monitor delivery of MSFW outreach services, complaint systems, and data collection/reporting systems.
6. Evaluate program performance against strategic and operational plans, including the Agricultural Outreach Plan (AOP).
7. Prepare federal and state reports and make programmatic recommendations.
8. Coordinate with program managers to strategize on resolving non-compliance issues.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience:

• Departmental Analyst 9: No specific experience required.
• Departmental Analyst 10: One year of professional experience.
• Departmental Analyst P11: Two years of professional experience, including one year at the intermediate (10) level in state service.

Language and Experience Requirements: Fluency in Spanish and English, with at least 2 years of experience working with MSFWs or 3 years of MSFW background/experience.

Additional Information

Other roles may require completion of high school and relevant experience, or equivalent military service. College credits can substitute for experience on a proportional basis. Applicants must submit a cover letter, detailed resume, and official transcripts. Foreign degrees require evaluation. All applicants must pass background checks and a pre-employment drug test. The position is federally funded, and salary details are provided via the application process.