State Administrative Manager 15 - Director, Tribal Government Services and Policy - MDHHS

This position manages the Tribal Government Services and Policy (TGS&P) section to support and achieve the short- and long-term goals of TGS&P and MDHHS. The position serves as a section manager and advisor to the Director, Chief of Staff and Senior Deputy Directors and management level staff on policy decisions affecting Tribal Governments and Indigenous populations in Michigan. This position acts as the MDHHS liaison between Michigan’s federally recognized tribal governments, urban Indian organizations, Executive Office of the Governor (EOG), State of Michigan departments and agencies, Native American organizations, various federal agencies, and the public on Issues affecting tribal governments and Native Americans. 

This position oversees and manages MDHHS compliance with Executive Directive 2019-17, and related Executive Orders and Executive Directives. This position manages and implements the department’s Formal Tribal Consultation Policy, monitors departmental program and policy activity, and advises and assists MDHHS Administrations with EO 2019-17 compliance and federally funded program tribal consultation compliance.  This position advises the Governor’s Tribal Liaison on tribal government issues and policy related to MDHHS functions when requested and coordinates MDHHS efforts that directly affect tribal governments with EOG Tribal Liaison. The position manages the development and implementation of annual tribal government training for MDHHS employees required by ED 2019-17.  This position manages the development and maintenance of the MDHHS TGS&P web page that provides information on work done by the department that impacts tribal governments and Native Americans.  

• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a cover letter.
• If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s).  We accept scanned copies of official transcripts.  We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.  Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.  Please review Civil Service's guidelines regarding Official Transcripts: Official Transcripts (michigan.gov).

Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Public health and human services experience is strongly preferred; Familiarity with and knowledge of tribal governments and Native American culture are strongly preferred.

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

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

Due to the upcoming holidays and training schedules, the anticipated start date for the selected incumbent may not be until late January or early February 2026.

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.

Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration.  Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. 

Position Location/Remote Office:  

The physical location of this position is 333 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.  

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.