Statewide Kinship Coordinator (Departmental Analyst 12)

State of Michigan; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Michigan MDHHS is seeking a skilled analyst to oversee the Michigan Kinship Advisory Council (KAC) and related statewide kinship initiatives. The role includes independent analysis, recommendations on priorities, and monitoring contracts and program outcomes.

You will develop processes to enhance participation of kinship caregivers and coordinate with internal and external partners across Michigan.

Qualifications

• Three years of professional experience, including one year at the experienced (P11) level in state service.
• Preferred experience: Experience in child welfare
• Background investigation and criminal records check
• Eligible for employment with the State of Michigan and able to obtain necessary clearances

Responsibilities

• Administer, coordinate, evaluate, and develop the Michigan Kinship Advisory Council (KAC) and statewide kinship initiatives.
• Provide independent analysis and recommendations related to council priorities, policy, budget, contracts, data, and program outcomes.
• Develop processes to support meaningful participation of kinship caregivers and individuals with lived experience in advisory activities.
• Oversee contracted kinship services, including the Kinship Navigator Program, ensuring compliance with requirements, budgets, and performance measures.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

This position functions as the resource responsible for the administration, coordination, evaluation, and continuous development of the Michigan Kinship Advisory Council (KAC) and related statewide kinship initiatives. The position serves as the recognized resource for KAC operations and provides independent analysis and recommendations related to council priorities, statutory and program requirements, policy, budget, contracts, data, and program outcomes. The position is responsible for developing and implementing processes necessary to support meaningful participation of kinship caregivers and other individuals with lived experience in MDHHS advisory and program development activities. This includes analyzing operational, fiscal, and administrative requirements and developing recommendations to address barriers to participation. The position also provides programmatic oversight and monitoring of contracted kinship services, including the statewide Kinship Navigator Program, to assess compliance with program requirements, deliverables, budgets, performance measures, and department priorities. The position analyzes program data, prepares required reports and recommendations, coordinates with internal and external partners, and identifies opportunities to improve services and outcomes for kinship families statewide.

Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications.

If working remotely, employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense, including:

• A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
• A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
• Suitable lighting, furniture, and utilities.

Position Location/Remote Office

The office location for this position is at 235 S. Grand Ave., Lansing, MI. Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered. Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience

Three years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the experienced (P11) level in state service.

Preferred experience: Experience in child welfare

Background Investigation

This position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.

If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.

For information about this specific position, please email Ellicia Jackson at [e-mail]

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.

MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer