Hybrid State Office Administrator — External Affairs

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) seeks a Director of External Affairs, a State Office Administrator 17, to guide the Communications Office and the Office of Market Research. The role shapes legislative strategy and builds relationships with local, state, and federal elected officials, media professionals, and housing stakeholders.

The incumbent will lead strategic planning, policy development, and cross-agency collaboration to advance affordable housing initiatives in

Qualifications

• Two years of supervisory or advanced-level safety/regulatory or law enforcement experience OR a bachelor’s degree in any major and at least two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist.
• Requires ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships with local, state, and federal officials, media, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Communications Office and the Office of Market Research.
• Oversee the Authority’s legislative strategy and activities.
• Develop and sustain relationships with officials, media professionals, and housing stakeholders.
• Lead strategic planning and policy initiatives to advance housing access in Michigan.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Relationship-building

Regulatory knowledge

Public policy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) seeks a Director of External Affairs, a State Office Administrator 17, to guide the Communications Office and the Office of Market Research. The role shapes legislative strategy and builds relationships with local, state, and federal elected officials, media professionals, and housing stakeholders.

The incumbent will lead strategic planning, policy development, and cross-agency collaboration to advance affordable housing initiatives in