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Departmental Analyst 9-12 (Passenger Rail Project Analyst) - Office of Rail

State of Michigan
State of Michigan Salary
Lansing, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2026
Job Description

Do you want to be part of the future of passenger rail service in Michigan? The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Office of Rail is seeking a positive, proactive, and detail-oriented individual who is committed to continuous learning and embraces the opportunity to positively impact Michigan’s passenger rail services. MDOT is not just Michigan’s highway department as it also serves multiple roles specific to rail transportation. The Office of Rail is a dedicated MDOT office with diverse responsibilities that collectively work towards moving more people and goods by rail.

This position is an opportunity to contribute to the oversight and improvement of Michigan’s passenger rail services. As a Passenger Rail Analyst, you will lead projects that support and potentially expand Michigan’s three intercity passenger rail services operated by Amtrak. In this role, you will work with Michigan’s twenty-two station communities, Amtrak, and counterparts from other Midwest states to improve services and strengthen regional connectivity.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (9) level through the maximum rate at the advanced (12) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.

For Additional Information, Please See The Links Below

  • Departmental Analyst 9-P11 Position Description
  • Departmental Analyst 12 Position Description
  • All about MDOT

Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

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

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.

Required Education And Experience

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.

Experience

Departmental Analyst 9

No specific type or amount is required.

Departmental Analyst 10

One year of professional experience.

Departmental Analyst P11

Two years of professional experience, including one year of experience equivalent to the intermediate (10) level in state service.

Departmental Analyst 12

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

Alternate Education And Experience

Departmental Analyst 9 - 12

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services may be substituted for the education requirement.

Additional Requirements And Information

To be considered for this position you must:

  • If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. Click here fortheState ofMichigan (SOM) definition ofanOfficial College Transcript.Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S.educational equivalents.Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services orthe Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.

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

MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

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

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.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta at nautac@michigan.gov .

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.

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