Financial Analyst 9-P11

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Educational Supports within the Michigan Department of Education seeks a Financial Analyst to analyze, review, and maintain data for federal and state formula grant programs. The role supports the distribution of over $890,000,000 in funds to local education agencies and charter schools.

Based in Lansing with a hybrid schedule, you will apply knowledge of federal and state regulations to funding allocations, assist with expenditure processes, and work as part of a team dedicated to

Qualifications

• Please review the job specification and the position description for the full list of responsibilities required education and experience, and knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Responsibilities

• Your submittal is considered complete with the following required documents:
• Resume (entered or attached to the job posting)
• Official copy of transcripts (when necessary)
• The Michigan State Employees Retirement System (MSERS) is separate from the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS). If you are currently a MPSERS retiree, there should be no impact to your MPSERS pension due to employment with the Michigan Department of Education. If you are currently eligible for a MPSERS retirement benefit and become the successful candidate for this position, you should contact the Office of Retirement Services (ORS) to determine any impact if you elect to immediately begin receiving your MPSERS retirement benefit.
• Accommodations: If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) provides leadership, resources, support, and guidance to approximately 200,000 school district staff serving approximately 1.5 million students in public and non-public schools and 39,000 students in special education transition services. In addition, MDE provides administrative support and supervision for the Michigan School for the Deaf and the Library of Michigan. MDE is responsible for state education leadership in a local control state and works to implement state and federal education laws, disburse state and federal resources, license educators, develop state summative assessments and accountability systems, create state academic standards, and coordinate school health and nutrition programs. In addition, in developing and promoting the state’s Top 10 Strategic Education Plan, MDE works with partner education entities and stakeholders to improve public education for children across the state. MDE’s role in the improvement of public education extends to providing information and feedback to public policy-makers, convening educators on public policy issues, recommending draft language on legislation, and developing guidance to districts on statutory changes adopted at the state and federal levels. Join a team of highly trained and educated individuals committed to supporting learners and learning in Michigan. Serving students, parents, families, educators, and communities within a culture that promotes excellence and respects diversity, our work is meaningful and impactful. As a State of Michigan employee, you will receive a competitive wage and benefit package that values your experience and skills. You will join a team of more than 400 professionals at the department and almost 50,000 in state government who are committed to excellence in public service.

The Office of Educational Supports (OES)

is an office within the Division of Assessment, School Improvement, and Systems Support (DASISS). OES provides support to local education agencies, including PSAs, to develop and implement programs and services funded with supplementary Federal or State funds to accelerate student achievement through continuous improvement and close achievement gaps for the most at‑risk students. OES supports MDE policy development on a range of issues, including research‑based strategies to support learning, equitable educational experiences, supports for school turnaround, the closure of achievement gaps, coordination of services, and tools for instructional techniques to increase learning.

Primary Physical Work Address -

Position is located at the John A. Hannah Building, 608 West Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan 48933. A hybrid/flexible schedule of in‑person and remote work is available.

Position Summary -

This position serves as the financial analyst in the Office of Educational Supports (OES). The financial analyst performs a variety of professional financial analyst duties including analyzing, reviewing, and maintaining data to calculate allocations for federal and state formula grant programs. The position works to support the distribution of over $890,000,000 in federal and state funds to local education agencies, intermediate education agencies, and charter schools. This position provides financial assistance and knowledge pertaining to federal and state regulations governing the allocation of funds. This position provides financial assistance on the allocation and application processes and procedures within the OES Financial Unit. This position will analyze and support the expenditure process for grant funds including reviewing the draw down process for federal funding and analyze financial data related to office spend plans.

Position Description: Financial Analyst 9-P11

Job Specification: Financial Analyst 9-P11

State Of Michigan Benefits

Required Education and Experience

Please review the job specification and the position description for the full list of responsibilities required education and experience, and knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Alternate Education And Experience

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Additional Requirements And Information

Your submittal is considered complete with the following required documents:

• Completed Application
• Resume (entered or attached to the job posting)
• Official copy of transcripts (when necessary)

The Michigan State Employees Retirement System (MSERS) is separate from the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS). If you are currently a MPSERS retiree, there should be no impact to your MPSERS pension due to employment with the Michigan Department of Education. If you are currently eligible for a MPSERS retirement benefit and become the successful candidate for this position, you should contact the Office of Retirement Services (ORS) to determine any impact if you elect to immediately begin receiving your MPSERS retirement benefit.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.