State Division Administrator 17 - State Budget Office

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Budget Office (SBO) invites applications for the Health Services Division Director within the Office of Health and Human Services, based in Lansing with a hybrid work option. The role leads the Division of Health Services, guiding policy analysis and budget development for Medicaid, Behavioral Health, Public Health, and Aging Services.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of professional management experience, with emphasis on budgeting, public

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any major is required.
• Two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist.
• Experience in budgeting, business administration, public administration, accounting, finance, or fiscal/economic analysis.
• State Budget Office processes and fiscal analysis knowledge is desirable.
• Education/experience may be substituted per state guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct the Division of Health Services within OHHS.
• Oversee policy analysis and budget development for Medicaid, Behavioral Health, Public Health, and Aging Services.
• Coordinate budget analysts and present recommendations to SBO management and the Governor.
• Engage legislative partners to pass the annual budget.
• Direct staff activities to implement the budget after enactment.
• Monitor agency activity to ensure funds are expended as intended.

Skills

Budgeting

Public administration

Finance

Economic analysis

Staff management

Policy analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The State Budget Office (SBO) is responsible for developing the governor’s Executive Budget recommendation, presenting budget recommendations to the Legislature, and implementing the approved budget signed by the governor. Learn more at www.Michigan.gov/budget.

Budget Development Offices conduct budget development and implementation activities through five individual offices, each having primary responsibility for specific budget areas. We are currently looking to fill the Health Services Division Director position within the Office of Health and Human Services (OHHS).

This position is responsible for the management and direction of the Division of Health Services within OHHS. The division is responsible for policy analysis and budget development in assigned areas, including Medicaid, Behavioral Health, Public Health, and Aging Services.

The Health Services Division Director coordinates and directs the work of budget analysts within the office in presenting recommendations to State Budget Office management and the Governor relating to the development and presentation of the annual Executive Budget. The position also engages legislative partners in the passage of the annual budget, directs staff activities to implement the budget upon enactment, and monitors agency activity to ensure funds are expended as intended.

Office location is Lansing; Budget Development Offices currently offer a hybrid work option (combination of remote/office) which requires two days working on-site at the official workstation with the potential of up to three days remote work per week. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview. Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed.

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience

Two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist, or equivalent experience. Note: Experience is considered professional if the job required a bachelor's degree.

Relevant experience for this position includes budgeting, business administration, public administration, accounting, finance, fiscal or economic analysis or other relevant fields. Prior experience working with a State’s Budget and Financial Management System is desirable, but not required.

Education level typically acquired through completion of high school and three years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 14 level; or, two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement experience at the 15 level, may be substituted for the education and experience requirements.

State Budget Office is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that encompasses a culture of empathy, understanding, and respect with diversity of thought, perspective, and experiences. Working for State Budget Office is both rewarding and challenging.

• Our team members work together through problem solving, collaborating, and supporting each other.
• Idea sharing and formation is encouraged to support continued growth throughout our teams.
• Staff are provided with access to training, resources, and experienced team members.

For more information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.

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To be considered for this position you must:

• Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcripts, and application to allow for accurate screening.
• Attach a current cover letter and detailed resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment.
• If applicable, attach a copy of official transcript(s). We accept scanned or electronic copies of official transcripts if they contain the following elements: college/university name and address, degree conferred, date granted, coursework completed, and the registrar's signature and/or seal.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States within three business days of beginning employment. DTMB Human Resources uses E-Verify in conjunction with the federal I-9 form to verify authorization of employment. If selected for employment, you must be able to submit proof of your legal right to work in the United States. DTMB does not offer employment sponsorship and DTMB does not participate in STEM-OPT.

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