State Administrative Manager 15 / ITB / COD / External Communication Section

State-of-Michigan; Dimondale (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Michigan in Lansing seeks a senior communications professional to lead the External Communication Section within the Communications and Outreach Division. The role disseminates public information and develops multi-media campaigns to support department priorities and favorable attitudes toward MSP.

You will direct subordinate staff, oversee media relations, speechwriting, social media, and digital content that reflect the MSP Brand Character, and participate in the Director’s critical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in any major.
• Four years of professional experience, including two years at the experienced (P11) level or one year at the advanced (12) level.
• Experience developing public information and promotional campaigns aligned with agency branding and messaging.
• Must pass pre‑employment screening including background and fingerprints.

Responsibilities

• Oversee External Communication Section and develop multi‑media campaigns.
• Direct media relations, media training, and speechwriting; manage digital content development.
• Lead and coordinate subordinates and align activities with the MSP Brand Character.
• Serve on the Director’s critical response team handling sensitive public issues.

Skills

Public information

Media relations

Speechwriting

Social media

Content development

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Responsible for managing and overseeing the External Communication Section within the Communications and Outreach Division. This position is responsible for disseminating public information and developing multi‑media communication campaigns that help achieve department priorities and advance favorable attitudes toward the department. This position organizes and directs the priorities of subordinate employees and has direct responsibility for the development of public information and promotional activities in accordance with the MSP Brand Character, media relations, media training, speechwriting, social media communication, and content development for digital platforms. This position also plays a key role as a member of the Director’s critical response team tasked with handling sensitive public issues.

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience

Four years of professional experience, including two years equivalent to the experienced (P11) level or one year equivalent to the advanced (12) level.

The Michigan State Police is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace that accepts, respects, and values the unique contributions of everyone. We are actively looking for individuals who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, and who reflect the communities we serve. Our members are expected to perform their tasks and duties in a bias‑free manner, ensuring all persons are treated with dignity, fairness, and respect. Join us as we help build a Michigan where everyone feels safe and secure.

The Michigan State Police (MSP) is a full‑service policing agency with statewide jurisdiction, providing over 60 different services either directly to Michigan residents or in support of other law‑facing agencies. The MSP personnel most visible to the public are the uniform troopers whose primary responsibilities include traffic enforcement, crime prevention and investigation, and community engagement and service.

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This position requires passing a pre‑employment screening, including passing a drug screen, criminal history background check, and a fingerprint check by the Michigan State Police.

Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted.

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/S/StateAdministrativeManager.pdf

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.